Oscar Piastri's Unexpected Venture: From F1 Track to Melbourne Tram Announcement

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March 20, 2024 · 1 min read

Oscar Piastri's Unexpected Venture: From F1 Track to Melbourne Tram Announcement
Other Sports | March 20, 2024
Piastri is rapidly gaining popularity among fans in his hometown of Melbourne following his debut in Formula 1 for McLaren in 2023. (Image: Getty)

Australian McLaren F1 driver Oscar Piastri has taken on an unusual promotional role for the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. Piastri a local to Melbourne has apparently recorded announcements for the city’s tram system updating commuters on services to Southern Cross station. This unexpected move has garnered praise from fans with some suggesting Piastri’s voice would be fitting for narrating documentaries.

However, some questioned why Piastri would take on such a task amidst the busy lead-up to the Grand Prix. Regardless, Piastri aims for a stronger performance at Albert Park this year after earning his maiden F1 points in Melbourne last year. Despite a challenging start to the season, Piastri remains optimistic about his prospects for the upcoming race.