Oscar Piastri is an Australian racing driver who competes in Formula 1 for McLaren. Born on April 6, 2001, in Melbourne, he quickly made a name for himself as one of the most talented young drivers in motorsport. His rise through the junior categories was remarkably dominant, winning three consecutive championships: the Formula Renault Eurocup in 2019, the FIA Formula 3 Championship in 2020, and the FIA Formula 2 Championship in 2021, all as a rookie.
Despite his success, he had to spend the 2022 season on the sidelines as a reserve driver for Alpine due to a lack of available F1 seats. However, in 2023, after a dramatic contract dispute between Alpine and McLaren, he secured a full-time race seat with McLaren, where he quickly impressed with his pace and composure. His rookie season saw him claim multiple podiums and a sprint race victory, solidifying his reputation as a future star in Formula 1.