Piastri's got the momentum, and he isn't planning on letting go of it at Imola

17:18, 13 May

byNorberto Mujica

McLaren is the team in form, and Oscar Piastri is the name shows up as race winner if you look at the past three races. The papaya outift looks to Imola more determined than ever to keep pushing for continued success.

Lando Norris outlook is a bit more timid, more restraint. The Briton, following a complicated 5-race period where he lost the championship lead and also the momentum.

“I’m excited to go to Imola and kick off the European leg of the season. The Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix is an enjoyable one, so I’m looking forwardto it,“ said Norris in a McLaren press release.

"It was great to head back to the MTC to see the team and celebrate oursuccess from Miami but also to continue our preparations for this busy triple-header. The car’s been great and I’m ready for what’s to come.”

Lando Norris ahead of Max Verstappen at the Miami Grand Prix

Piastri's got the momentum, and he isn't planning on letting go of it

For Piastri, there's nothing but resolve to keep treading the successful path he's been on since the Chinese Grand Prix.

“I go to Imola with a lot of positivity and confidence as well as the determination to keep pushing. It’s an old-school track with iconic corners like Acque Minerali and Piratella and I’m excited to drive it in the MCL39.“

"I’ve got good momentum behind me and I’m extremely focused heading into this first race of the European swing of the season."

Oscar Piastri ahead of Max Verstappen and teammate Lando Norris at the Miami Grand Prix

Stella looks to challenging Imola track

Team Principal Andrea Stella, afer acknowledging the team's triumph in Miami notes Imola for being challenging both for the drivers as well as for the personnel in the garage and thanks the McLaren team for a solid first quarter of the season.

"The Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari is a challenging and historic circuit which often provides exciting racing. The combination of fast and slow corners make it demanding for the drivers and engineers alike."

“It has been a busy and strong start to the season, I would like to once again thank the entire team for their continued hard work. We look forward to racing again in Imola.”