Sports · 8 April 2026
Piastri says Mercedes can be beaten
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Rival teams may still challenge early season leaders despite their strong results. Oscar Piastri said Mercedes are not unbeatable after keeping George Russell behind for much of the race in Japan, giving him confidence for the season ahead. Mercedes have won all three Grands Prix and the China Sprint so far, though they did not secure a one-two finish in Japan.
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