Nicole Piastri and Oscar
Oscar Piastri’s mother Nicole Piastri has become a social media sensation overnight – here’s everything you need to know
Australian Formula 1 newcomer Oscar Piastri made headlines at the Japanese Grand Prix by achieving his first-ever podium finish, coming in third place during Sunday’s race at Suzuka. This accomplishment marked a significant moment in his career, as he became the first rookie driver in six years to stand on the podium.
Oscar Piastri, who is part of McLaren’s young driver program, expressed his delight with his performance and hinted at even better things to come in the future. Notably, he recently extended his contract with McLaren until the end of 2026. However, it was his mother, Nicole, who garnered attention once again, playfully teasing her son in the midst of his success.
Nicole Piastri, who has gained a devoted social media following, humorously remarked that she could now consider discarding her son’s childhood trophies in light of his recent Formula 1 success. Prior to the race, she had made headlines by playfully inquiring about affordable flights to Japan to witness her son’s front-row start at Suzuka. McLaren team boss, Zak Brown, had offered to arrange the trip for Nicole, but she ultimately declined, humorously noting, “Thank you for the generous offer, but I believe it’s preferable to have my anxiety attack in the comfort of my own home.”
While Oscar Piastri was impressing on the racetrack, his mother made a name for herself on Twitter. Amidst the thrilling racing action, she shared her affection for another driver, tweeting, “For the record, Pierre is one of my favorite drivers.” As the race heated up, her playful impatience became evident with a tweet like, “Can we just have a safety car for 8 laps now?” It’s easy to understand her desire to ease the tension when her heart was racing faster than the cars themselves.
Oscar Piastri, born on April 6, 2001, in Melbourne, Australia, is the son of Chris Piastri (father) and Nicole Piastri (mother). His father, Chris, is the owner of a thriving automotive software development company and played a pivotal role in nurturing Oscar’s early interest in racing as a potential career.
From a very young age, Oscar displayed a deep passion for cars, even evident in his choice of bedtime stories, which predominantly revolved around car books. According to his parents, as a young boy, Oscar could impressively recite the horsepower, speed, and other detailed statistics of his favorite car models, showcasing his remarkable automotive knowledge.
Piastri’s introduction to go-karting occurred during his early childhood, thanks to his father, Chris Piastri, who played a pivotal role in kickstarting his racing journey. In the initial stages of his racing career, Chris even served as Oscar’s technician. Simultaneously, Oscar’s mother, Nicole, provided unwavering support and fully embraced her son’s career aspirations. The couple went to great lengths to help Oscar pursue his dream, investing a substantial portion of their savings. According to Oscar’s father, Chris, they devoted nearly US$ 6.5 million to pave the way for their son’s journey from a young enthusiast in Australia to a potential future Formula 1 superstar.
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