Piastri Reflects on Landmark F1 Win and Cherished Mementos

Australian driver details the emotional impact of his maiden Formula 1 victory and the unique souvenirs he keeps from the historic weekend.

The surreal feeling of clinching a maiden Formula 1 victory lingers for **Oscar Piastri**, with the experience only truly sinking in through post-race interviews and widespread recognition.

A Dream Realized and Personal Growth

Reflecting on the achievement, **Piastri** shared the profound significance of ticking off a lifelong ambition: winning a Formula 1 race. He also highlighted the personal satisfaction derived from evident year-on-year improvement, drawing a parallel to his performance at Hungary in 2023.

While **Piastri’s** trophy made its way back to the McLaren factory to join the team’s impressive collection of 198 Grand Prix winning silverware, a personal replica soon arrived at his Monaco residence.

Alongside the replica trophy, **Piastri** keeps two other cherished items from that memorable weekend. He confirmed the race helmet used for the victory remains untouched since crossing the finish line.

“Then there is one other keepsake from Hungary… For those that remember, I was given a €5 note on the Thursday or the Friday of the weekend, which I still have in my apartment. That was a cool moment,” **Piastri** revealed.

Not just any €5 note…🔮💶 @OscarPiastri #HungarianGP 🇭🇺 pic.twitter.com/lfRAiKoVcB

– McLaren (@McLarenF1) July 22, 2024

Aussie Pride on the World Stage

As one of only five Australian drivers to have won a Grand Prix, **Oscar Piastri** now stands alongside legends like **Jack Brabham**, **Alan Jones**, **Mark Webber**, and **Daniel Ricciardo**. His early career achievements already place him among the sport’s elite, boasting the fourth-highest number of pole positions among Australian drivers.

Back home in Australia, supporters eagerly tuned in, many enduring early morning hours to witness **Piastri**’s triumph and hear the national anthem. Friends who missed the live broadcast awoke to the exciting news.

“It is very special to represent Australia in F1, and to have joined the list of winners – it was a proud moment,” **Piastri** expressed. He fondly recalled the significant presence of Australian flags in Budapest, particularly near the podium celebrations.

The significance of **Piastri’s** win is underscored by the fact that Australian drivers have won at least one Grand Prix in every decade since the 1960s, a remarkable streak continuing with his victory. For instance, **Alan Jones** secured his first win in 1975. (Source: Formula 1)