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Oscar Piastri's star is on the rise - and at a meteoric rate. The 24-year-old is fighting to become the first Australian for 45 years to become Formula 1 world champion as he goes head-to-head with British McLaren teammate Lando Norris. It could be a rivalry that lasts for many years, and one that is already capturing the imagination of race fans around the globe. Will Piastri and Norris replicate the fierce competition of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen or even reach the notorious dislike of Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna? With an entire nation watching and willing his every move behind the wheel, Piastri looks set to become a national hero and his F1 crowning seems more a matter of when rather than if. From his brilliance on the racetrack to his humble beginnings in Melbourne, The Little Guide to Oscar Piastri provides a fascinating snapshot of a thrilling driver who could dominate for years. Packed with quotes, facts and trivia, it's the ultimate companion for any fan of Piastri or Formula 1 as his remarkable journey to pole position shifts through the gears. SAMPLE CONTENT: ""It was in a service station car park in the UK. So, it wasn't the most glamorous place to be signing an F1 contract, but it was a very, very special feeling."" Oscar Piastri ""I knew, even when I was karting and racing the cars in Formula Four that the chances of reaching F1 are so slim, and I always tried to stay realistic. My main goal was to become a professional racing driver and be paid to drive race cars."" Oscar Piastri For the early part of Oscar's career, his father Chris followed his son as his mechanic.

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