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Andrea Stella, McLaren team boss, stands firm behind Oscar Piastri after a heartbreaking start to his Formula 1 season at the Australian Grand Prix. Piastri crashes his MCL40 during a reconnaissance lap, sustaining significant damage and missing the race entirely. Stella calls it "very unfortunate" and acknowledges the tough moment for Piastri in front of an eager home crowd. However, Stella believes the setback will only make Piastri more focused and determined as they head to China. He emphasizes Piastri's mental toughness, stating, "He will use all this to get even more concentrated." The crash stems from a combination of colder tires, a miscalculated kerb, and unexpected torque from the new power units. Piastri reflects on the disappointment but remains optimistic, ready to learn from the experience and improve as he prepares for the next race. McLaren is united in their support, believing Piastri’s campaign is just getting started.
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