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Oscar Piastri Secures Miami GP Victory and Honors Griddy Bet with NFL Star

Piastri's fourth win of the season extends his championship lead, with a playful dance celebration drawing cross-sport attention.

Overview

  • Oscar Piastri claimed his fourth win of the season and third consecutive victory at the Miami Grand Prix, extending his championship lead to 16 points.
  • The Australian capitalized on a collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris at turn two to take the lead and dominate the race.
  • After the win, Piastri fulfilled a bet with NFL star Justin Jefferson by performing the Griddy dance, which he described as poorly executed and a one-time effort.
  • The playful celebration highlights the blending of Formula 1 with broader cultural and sporting interactions, gaining viral attention on social media.
  • Despite the victory, Piastri emphasized the need to improve his qualifying performances to sustain his title challenge.