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Oscar Piastri shines in FP2 at Suzuka, topping the timesheets and reigniting McLaren's competitive spirit. However, the team remains cautious about the overall pecking order in Formula 1. Lando Norris faces challenges with a hydraulic leak but still stays competitive. Racing director Randy Singh acknowledges the day's achievements while tempering expectations. He points out that McLaren's performance might not reflect the true hierarchy, with Mercedes and Ferrari expected to reclaim their positions in qualifying. Singh emphasizes the struggle to extract performance from the 2026 regulation power units, noting progress but no upgrades for this weekend. Despite the positive vibes from FP2, McLaren knows practice results don't count for points. The real test lies ahead.

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