Meet Oscar Piastri: Formula 1's Newest Young Gun on the Track

At just 23 years old, Oscar Piastri is the youngest driver on the 2024 Formula One grid. This year, he’s looking to make a statement at the upcoming Miami Grand Prix, a track he’s intimately familiar with – for better and worse.

Last year’s Miami race was a baptism by fire for the Australian rookie. Just six laps in, a major failure in his McLaren’s brake-by-wire system threw a wrench (or perhaps a whole toolbox) into his plans. Despite the setback, Piastri battled through the remaining laps, showcasing the grit and determination that propelled him through the ranks.

Piastri’s racing journey began long before the glamor of F1. He honed his skills on the go-kart circuit, graduating to Formula 4 before steadily climbing the motorsport ladder. Now, with a year of experience under his belt, Piastri’s ready to tackle Miami with renewed focus and a healthy dose of revenge – minus the villainous pit crew, of course. Keep an eye on this young talent, because in the high-octane world of F1, Piastri is a name to remember.