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Piastri criticizes F1 grid decisions as reliant on computers

ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 7:23 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Piastri criticizes F1 grid decisions as reliant on computers

Summary

Oscar Piastri expressed concerns about how Formula 1 grids are currently determined, stating that they rely on "computers behaving or misbehaving." He described the situation as resulting in "a pretty crap way of going racing." Piastri's comments highlight ongoing debates within the sport regarding technology's impact on racing dynamics.

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•Oscar Piastri made comments about F1 grids on July 21, 2026.
•He criticized the reliance on computers for grid decisions.
•Piastri believes this leads to subpar racing experiences.
•His statements may influence future discussions on technology in F1.

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7:50 AMESPN F1 — Piastri: F1 grids are now decided by computers

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Oscar Piastri has said Formula 1 grids are now being decided by "computers behaving or misbehaving," adding that they have produced "a pretty crap way of going racing."
— ESPN F1by Nate Saunders

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ESPN F1Jul 21, 2026, 7:50 AM
Piastri: F1 grids are now decided by computers
Oscar Piastri has said Formula 1 grids are now being decided by "computers behaving or misbehaving," adding that they have produced "a pretty crap way of going racing."

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