Aussie Curse strikes again as Oscar Piastri spins out amid Melbourne rain bomb
Oscar Pisatri has spun out of contention in Melbourne as the curse of the home Grand Prix strikes again!
Lando Norris and Piastri were one and two for McLaren as Piastri looked set to become the first Australian driver to stand on the podium in Albert Park.
But heading into the final 10 laps heavy rain came across the track as Piastri lost it heading into the final two corners and spun out onto the grass.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.While he was able to recover he rejoined the race a lap down with any hopes of podium long vanished.
He eventually came home in ninth overtaking Lewis Hamilton in the closing stages to salvage something from an otherwise disastrous Sunday.
His teammate Lando Norris held off a late charge from Max Verstappen to claim the first win of the season with Mercedes’ George Russell completing the podium.
Only 14 of the 20 drivers crossed the line.
