Piastri Sets Pace as F1 Rivals Prepare for Qatar Showdown

Oscar Piastri led McLaren teammate Lando Norris in the sole practice session for the Qatar Grand Prix. Piastri's quick lap outpaced championship leader Norris by 0.058 seconds. With two rounds left, Norris leads the standings, aiming to clinch the title in Qatar's sprint weekend.

Oscar Piastri showcased impressive form by topping the practice session ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix, leading his McLaren teammate Lando Norris.

Piastri completed his best lap at the Lusail circuit in a quick 1:20.924, narrowly edging out Norris by 0.058 seconds. Title contenders Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz also posted strong times, finishing third and fourth respectively.

With the championship race tightening, Norris holds a 24-point lead as they head into the critical sprint weekend, where he hopes to secure his first championship win.