Oscar Piastri has fans in hysterics with his surprising response regarding the Singapore GP.
Singapore is known for being unforgiving to even the top Formula 1 drivers. However, ahead of the sprint weekend, Oscar Piastri shared a more personal and humorous take on why this weekend may pose challenges.
During McLaren Racing Live at Singapore's Sands Theatre yesterday, the McLaren driver was asked about the difficulties of the Singapore race. A typical response might highlight the extreme heat or the tight corners of the street circuit, but the Australian struggled to finish his thought without a slight crack in his voice.
"Clearly, all races are challenging, but this is on another level compared to the others. So you have to..." At this moment, his voice faltered, and he halted, making a quacking noise as the audience burst into laughter.
"It's a hot race, Oscar, we understand," the interviewer remarked.
Fans of the papaya driver are well aware of his comedic side, with his dry humor on full display as he playfully critiques himself.
"What’s the toughest aspect of Singapore? Puberty," he quips with a subtle grin.
Singapore truly tests drivers
Indeed, Singapore stands as one of the most challenging circuits on the F1 calendar. The Marina Bay Circuit is enveloped in a hot and humid atmosphere, illuminated by strong artificial lighting that brightens the night race.
With the track demanding heavy braking against its narrow walls and limited chances for overtaking, this weekend presents significant difficulties for drivers who will spend nearly two hours on Sunday battling for points.
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