Three Cats F1

Oscar Piastri: A Rising Star Still Chasing His Teammate Oscar Piastri’s sophomore season in Formula 1 was a testament to his rapid development. After an impressive rookie campaign in 2023, he continued to build upon that foundation throughout 2024, showing improved race craft, better tire management, and a growing ability to extract the most from his McLaren in qualifying. While he remained a strong teammate, Lando Norris continued to have the slight edge over him in qualifying and especially race execution.  The consistency that Lando is able to extract still eludes Oscar on a track-to-track basis.  As we move into the 2025 season, the question remains: can Piastri close the gap entirely? One of Piastri’s most notable improvements in 2024 was his ability to manage longer stints more effectively, a crucial factor in competing at the sharp end on weekly basis. He also demonstrated a more aggressive approach in wheel-to-wheel battles, a trait that was somewhat muted in his roo...

Appreciating Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris: The Growth Mindset in Formula 1 In the high-pressure world of Formula 1, raw talent alone isn’t enough. The very best drivers not only possess speed and skill but also an unyielding focus on continuous improvement. Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris exemplify this mentality, consistently pushing themselves to be better, reflecting on their performances with brutal honesty, and embracing a growth mindset that extends beyond the track. Over the past few seasons, both drivers have showcased a relentless drive to learn from their setbacks and successes alike, and approach to self-improvement with a vigor that sets them apart.  In order to compete on the level of the machine that is Max Verstappen for a World Championship, we'll see how far this mental drive pushes them in 2025. Self-Critical, but Constructively So One of the most defining traits of both Leclerc and Norris is their self-critical nature. They are among the most honest drive...