Oscar Piastri Triumphs in Miami, Griddy Goes Viral

Oscar Piastri clinches victory at the Miami Grand Prix, extending his lead in the championship. Despite achieving his fourth win in six races, Piastri's attempt at the 'Griddy' dance, made famous by NFL's Justin Jefferson, falls short. Nonetheless, his performance on the track surpasses expectations.

Dominating the Miami Grand Prix, McLaren's Oscar Piastri captured a decisive win on Sunday, even as his attempt to perform the viral 'Griddy' dance drew mixed reviews. The 24-year-old Australian, known for his on-track composure, conceded the dance was poorly executed following his fourth victory in six races.

Piastri had met Minnesota Vikings' wide receiver Justin Jefferson, who popularized the 'Griddy' with NFL fans, and agreed to perform it if he won. However, expectations for a flawless execution were dashed, providing a lighter moment in an otherwise stellar day for the driver.

Piastri's win at Miami stretched his championship lead to 16 points over teammate Lando Norris. With tactical acumen, he maneuvered past rivals, including championship competitor Max Verstappen, sealing his triumph despite criticizing his own qualifying performance.

(With inputs from agencies.)