Oscar Piastri was left stunned after the Qatar Grand Prix, admitting he was “speechless” following a race that slipped away from his control. The McLaren driver, who looked on course for a comfortable win, eventually crossed the line in P2, prompting immediate confusion and frustration.
“Speechless, I have no words,” Piastri said after the race, clearly unable to understand how McLaren allowed the victory to slip through their fingers. Despite leading early segments, a mix of timing, pit strategy and race management opened the door for Max Verstappen to take the win.
Fans and pundits were equally surprised, questioning the strategic calls that put Piastri on the back foot. What should have been a decisive win in his title hunt instead became a painful P2 — one that will lead to a long and intense debrief inside the McLaren garage.
With the championship now heading to Abu Dhabi, Piastri’s reaction summed up the night: utter disbelief.