Oscar Piastri faces a difficult climb in Monaco

It was a tough afternoon in the Principality for Oscar Piastri. The McLaren driver could only manage a P7 start for the race after struggling to find the pace required to challenge at the very front.

Everything came down to a lack of grip and balance on the track. Piastri was clear about the situation, stating that McLaren have “some things to look into” before the lights go out. It is a genuine test for the machine when the car cannot find its rhythm in such a demanding setting.