McLaren Driver Oscar Piastri Breaks Down Racing Movies | GQ Sports

Formula One driver Oscar Piastri breaks down some of the most famous racing movies of all time, including 'Grand Prix,' 'Le Mans,' 'Cars,' 'Speed Racer,' 'Gran Turismo,' 'Rush' and F1 documentary, 'Schumacher.'
00:00 Racing Movie Breakdown
00:10 Grand Prix
02:07 Le Mans
04:05 Cars
05:37 Speed Racer
06:35 Gran Turismo
08:35 Rush
10:27 Schumacher
Director: Chris Smith
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[@McLaren]

We need Oscar to break down every movie we ever watch now...

[@lisaong126]

McLaren admin be lurking everywhere 🫡

[@HumanBotE90]

Mclaren with only 2 replies!?!?!

[@Spin24]

Yes!!!

[@xaniam]

YESS

[@adinrizki4125]

Win some race

[@sundaydriver15]

He’s only in his first year, but he is already proving to be a great ambassador for F1. The grid needed such a chill and witty guy.

[@Onestonedbake]

He's Def a beast and deserves to compete. His brain isn't even fully developed yet, he has time

[@JScott-lg4jb]

Reminds me of Joe burrow in the NFL

[@nigelmurphy6761]

Yep. I'm really starting to like him as a driver

[@JumprsOfficial]

Jenson Button 2.0

[@laclassssn705]

There is no doubt in my mind that Oscar will be a superstar one day. I think sooner rather than later the way the McLaren team has been improving.

[@dylanjones5409]

If I had a nickel for every time an Australian driver who’s driven for Mclaren did a movie breakdown I’d have two nickels, which isn’t a lot but it’s weird that it happened twice

[@eeeeeee1346]

underated

[@biasa4ja]

I just got recommended by their video of Riccardo's breakdown, How coincidence 😄😄

[@ajjoblessme9477]

The doofenshmertz reference is 👌

[@clementbarrieu]

"His F1 career is longer than my life" Alonso is jokes and I love it 🤣🤣🤣😭😭

[@therealf.b.i9468]

He's gonna end up racing Kimi son 💀 he already does with Jos and Max

[@Fizzare]

​@@therealf.b.i9468I don't know with Kimi's son, but with Kimi Antonelli it's possible 🤣 Alonso in 2030 will continue his search for a third title

[@josualemma2296]

That’s so funny 😂😂😂

[@saivenkatesh3475]

He also raced with both schumachers 😆@@therealf.b.i9468

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Los Angeles Movies Plex Flex

[@matthewbalita]

"Cars, a classic." Perfectly said.

[@DaveMcIroy]

Such an awful movie. Especially for kids.

[@WindowLicker_-9]

I'm really enjoying this new Oscar. At the start of the season he seemed really nervous around cameras, but now he's much more comfortable. Love it

[@LathropLdST]

With the way he arrived into the grid, that is little surprise.

[@noxturne16]

you can see him being more comfortable in some Prema videos and i would say he’s back to his normal self 😁 he still has that dry and sarcastic humor lol

[@RefrigeratedTP]

matches his performance through the season. He's just a normal dude. Less confident when he's learning and losing and more confident when he's doing well. it's simple really

[@ethansequeira7740]

GQ has got something for Australian Formula 1 drivers and I am here for it 😍😍😍

[@WindowLicker_-9]

They'll have Jack Doohan on in 5 years

[@Obi-WanKannabis]

I think it's just Zak Brown going to every possible lenght to advertise his brand

[@T-o-m-s]

@@Obi-WanKannabis He's not bad at it !

[@katjrinn]

Please invite him more in the future, he’s actually someone you want to listen to

[@surrealster32]

6:07 Oscar never missing an opportunity to remind Alonso of his age 😂💀

[@alexgrant191]

5:25 love the referencing of Hamilton’s mad win on three tyres at Silverstone in 2020. Will live long in the memory that one - never seen three cars suffer the exact same tyre failure in such quick succession like that before

[@richardhobbs7360]

Gap to max 30 seconds 25 seconds .... GAP TO MAX 5 SECONDS

[@scsutton1]

They did seven years before at the same circuit.

[@samu2292]

Silverstone 2013 was crazy as well, 4 or 5 blown tyres during the race

[@nivozen]

"Im sure theres other drivers that do say see ya later in their helmet." I think we would all find it hard to believe Danny Ric _doesnt_ do this 😂

[@_bvck]

I might add we have literally heard Nico Hülkenberg do this exact thing over the radio in Japan 2016. Although we did see Danny Ric finger gun the car ahead in Mexico last year before an overtake which was hilarious.

[@RubensBarrichello.]

We've seen Fernando Alonso wag his finger at Tsunoda

[@placeholder2924]

12:03 clarification to those who don't know, this is because F1's governing body (FIA) changed the super license requirements to have a minimum age and drivers must have a valid driver's license in their respective country.

[@NeoGeo822]

And this was never addressed before?

[@3ormorecharactersmaybe5]

​@@NeoGeo822Yes. If you wanna guess the last driver who got away before this rule was changed, it was Max Verstappen.

[@multifandomnerd1328]

@@NeoGeo822 it wasn't ever a problem before, the FIA assumed that the rule of minimum points (a driver has to get a certain amount of points to be allowed in a formula 1 car, which can be acquired by scoring points in any other racing category) would be enough to keep younger, inexperienced drivers off the f1 grid. max managed to get enough points while still driving in f3. the FIA then immediately went on to change the rules. a driver now has to have the minimum amount of points, be at least 18, have a legal driver's license and a superlicense.

[@mashy0001]

​@@3ormorecharactersmaybe5 In fact, it was the sport's leadership reflecting on Verstappen's young debut which prompted them to introduce the minimum age. It wasn't that Verstappen was a problem in his first season (he was fantastic, 10/19 races in the points despite driving for Toro Rosso) but that they were worried about who else might try it.

[@gustavomarques4097]

​@@3ormorecharactersmaybe5 Salty Brit for sure😂😂

[@delinquents00]

This kid is the future of F1. I see him being at least a 3 time World Champ by the end of his career.

[@dedo7326]

Yup that’s what they said about lando and George russle but either havent really proven anything

[@robertvega1551]

​@@dedo7326easy to say when a team has dominated everything

[@avinashrajbonshi]

@@dedo7326george has. Lando not so much

[@Dxniell89722]

Other way round imo​@@avinashrajbonshi

[@teadobbs]

@@robertvega1551yeah i agree it feels like many drivers on the grid haven’t really been able to show their potential

[@alvarringo15.09]

" fernando has reminded me a couple of times that his f1 career is longer than my life " lmao

[@ahmadzulfadli773]

I'd love to watch a documentary of Mark Webber managing Oscar, how they met and how he actually landed oscar on Mclaren seat to win his first sprint or maybe race, I hope he will win in the future.

[@erikagonzalez6885]

Love Oscah 💛 he’s obviously tremendously talented & proving so in his rookie year, but just his composure on & off track & his personality make him so special to watch!!! 💛

[@302racing3]

02:18 That's because Le Mans was filmed at the 1970 event. They entered a camera car in the race and it technically finished 3rd in class. Same to a lesser extent with Grand Prix. Really F1 drivers, real F1 cars, filmed over the course of the actual F1 season.

[@bloqk16]

What surprised me about Grand Prix was Enzo's approval of the filming when you considered the movie wasn't flattering about the Ferrari organization.

[@michaelsinger7008]

For Speed Racer, Speed is racing the ghost of his brother Rex in that scene for the lap time record. He won the race, but Speed let his brother keep the lap record. He didn’t let his brother “win.”

[@IbokRock811]

I looove how he said “Clearly [Mclaren] thinks I’m ok” 😂😂 so humble! One of the best rookies we’ve seen in a loooong time!!

[@RLo95]

He is very well spoken! Great guy, can’t wait to watch his career develop more

[@b0bbarkerftehw]

"cars! a classic" lmao

[@Hecate24]

one best new additions to the f1 grid. 1st year and he has already impressed and matured a lot as a driver

[@emilypeden1757]

Love the explanations! Oscar is well spoken 👍

[@RyanTheAnimal]

George Russell is the type of guy to talk to himself while he's driving

[@tinto278]

😉

[@freedfg6694]

He literally does. He'll even hit the radio button to go "woohoo"

[@Alucard-gt1zf]

More like talk ABOUT himself

[@niekvanwensen]

@@freedfg6694”Big move”😂😂

[@egg43002]

Big move

[@mattmastrandrea3965]

George absolutely says, "Seeya later" when he passes people.

[@jord1215]

Oscar has easily become my favourite driver on the grid

[@souldry]

Why?

[@zac-oros]

This kid is cold blooded. Future Champion no doubt.

[@nazilaafrayana2441]

I could listen to Oscar talking about anything for HOURS

[@hishamhilal8332]

Love this guy. Real chill dude and very talented. See big things for him in the future.

[@noxturne16]

love Oscar being in more promo!! he’s a really funny and talented guy. cant wait to see him win an F1 race someday

[@eilysian_]

Charming guy and great driver 🏁

[@FrostBitey10]

This guy has quickly turned into my favorite F1 driver. Might be the most mature and composed rookie driver I've seen in F1 in my time of watching it.

[@fandrismanik4037]

Here he is, one of my favourite (if not my sole favourite) drivers throughout F1 history!!!!! 🙌🏻

[@souldry]

He hadn’t even had a complete F1 season yet and his your favorite driver in F1 history? This your first year?

[@katjrinn]

Great guy, looking forward to see his career thrive.

[@gerry3RS]

One of my favorites on the grid 😊 I hope McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes can all give RB a run for their money in 2024

[@jbm602920]

This was fun to watch! He seems like a really nice, chill guy.

[@matriquess]

oscar is so lovely and inteligent, really liked how he remembered lewis 3 tyres win

[@lovinSummerday]

Love Oscar, just seems like a great bloke. I really enjoyed his explanations

[@rrjk3485]

Oscaaaar❤ Such a sweet and humble guy

[@austrojan7497]

Drivers do say something in the race. In F1 Qatar GP this year, after being blocked by Sargeant in quali, Zhou said to him a “see you fxxking later” after he overtook Sargeant during race

[@sanabil3884]

He seems very mature and a reasonable guy for his age!

[@bookish_prophecy]

this was soo unexpected but im glad he's here

[@brianakelley123]

Quickly becoming my favorite driver, so impressed by Oscar’s talent and maturity. Thanks for this GQ!

[@Max_Flashheart]

Oscar is a legend in the making and nice with the Liam Lawson shoutout!

[@inspiredglue2056]

He's gonna be a multi-race winner at least. If he gets the car, he's probably got one of if not THE highest ceiling on the whole grid (maybe bar Leclerc and Hamilton). So excited to see his career unfold.

[@souldry]

Verstappen doesn’t belong in that conversation, yeah?

[@inspiredglue2056]

IMO hes just not under enough pressure to judge him much@@souldry

[@NJ0711]

@@souldryNo he doesn't. Problem?

[@gustavomarques4097]

Verstappen haters think somebody cares about their opinion 😂😂😂 52 and counting, boys. Keep denying facts.

[@erikvermolen8371]

Nope, just amazed by the sheer stupidity and the fact you seem proud of it.@@NJ0711

[@jandres0402]

I hope F1 brings back driver meetings. It would be fun. Thanks GQ for featuring Oscar! He deserved more attention but he’s really becoming everyone’s favorite because he’s really just rational and humble. It’s so refreshing! Carlos had to be petty and convinced people Oscar’s lack of experience caused their collision like??? Maybe Sir, with your experience don’t blame a rookie since you’re much more experienced and adjust. We all saw what you did! Also, Oscar saying McLaren thinks he’s ok when people also talk about him who could be a potential driver that could pair with Max in RB. I really wish all the best for him!

[@gabb136]

yeah Sainz could've done with leaving that tweet in his drafts! I really respect Oscar being so young but never having had that kind of a temper

[@multifandomnerd1328]

the reason they don't do the driver's meetings anymore is because it's the one space every race weekend where the drivers are free to speak their minds on any issues in regards to regulations, on track action, etc. the recording of those meetings made drivers afraid to speak up in case fans of different drivers took a problem with it, it just became another pr moment in the weekend

[@jandres0402]

@@multifandomnerd1328 thanks for letting me know about this I think I posted that question on twt but didn’t get an answer. That’s totally a valid reason!

[@thetruebatman4632]

This kid has the most solid state of ice in his veins. Lol he’ll get ran off the road by another driver and then you’ll hear him on the radio sounding like Hal 9000: “HE DID NOT GIVE ME ANY SPACE”. Incredible talent. You know it absolutely wrecks Lando Norris that Oscar got that sprint victory before Lando got any victory 😂

[@Liluziburt69]

Its always special when the guests are really passionate about what they do

[@tamaraflores3019]

In his famous era!!!! Ahhhh, so excited to see him in these kind of videos :) let's go Oscar

[@serenity3277]

Such a class act. What a brilliant role model and ambassador for the sport at such a young age. Congratulations McLaren on securing his signature for the next few seasons.

[@gtracer6629]

When I raced,I also would participate in Sports Car Club of America drivers schools instructing new drivers. When I was driving in a race, I would talk to myself as if was talking to a student telling him how to drive the course. This would remind me to use the proper line through a corner.

[@2001_alms_m3_gtr]

Never expected to see Speed Racer on a "racing movies" video, one of the best movies i've seen, thanks for adding it

[@dianamaioru497]

5:24 Sir Lewis Hamilton winning on 3 tyres is a memory I will never forget. It was so nerve-wracking and seeing him cross the line in first place had me jumping for joy in front of the TV!!

[@ZOB4]

Piastri's having a great rookie season - I'm sure we'll be seeing him for many years to come

[@divsub9483]

i think this is the most I've seen Oscar talk 😂

[@MrNWgamer]

Oscar lowkey throwing shade on forgetting intermediates and wet tires. Just like fans have forgotten them

[@vitorfly9840]

Wow, what a lovely personality! Very charismatic

[@vanessag5449]

such a likeable chill guy! & super talented!

[@priyasamagod]

I just love it when he is explaining with the Cars movie as the reference😂

[@ashuzzi]

“cars, a classic” i knew i could trust him.

[@florac1995]

"I'm sure there are other drivers that say see ya later in their helmet" George Russell has entered the chat.

[@idkagoodname042]

I think Max said it once too

[@JChandlertheGreat]

Leaving Ford v Ferrari off this is a shame

[@rzober89biologia]

4:05 reminds of Valtteri Bottas in Sakhir 2020 when he piited for new tires, but there where none cause they were fitted on Russell's car.

[@szybkiwojtas7895]

I wonder if we will ever see him react to those racing movies: -Days of Thunder -Driven (the 2001 one with Sylvester Stallone not to be confused with a 2011 Ryan Gosling movie Drive) -Death Race -Talladega Nights The Ballad of Ricky Bobby -Le Mans 66 Ford vs Ferrari

[@rebeccajenkins1207]

So happy he reacted to Le Mans this is one of my favorite films 😁!!!

[@user-uu5zc4eg3j]

Oscar are still a rookie and how well did he do this year in Formula 1 😊👍🏁

[@_aibohphobia_]

Oscar is going to be extremely interesting to follow his career into the future. Absolute STUD 👊🏻🇦🇺

[@superxavxii421]

I love the fact they included Speed Racer even though 80% of that movies racing cannot be explained in a technical view, even by an F1 racer like Oscar 😂. Still love the movie tho, needs a sequel

[@scsutton1]

This has been a better watch than the Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend.

[@carlyhope]

Yay for the Lewis mention :D It was really interesting to listen to him.

[@slowaccord]

He doesn't need an Oscar, HE IS THE OSCAR!

[@anneseelos9613]

Never thought I’d have Oscar Jack Piastri talk about speed racer!!

[@Eazpezey]

Yeee...pastry break down, very nice and sweet.

[@ChrystalWater97]

I admire oscar so much. What an eloquent guy

[@jaalgoal]

we´re seeing a future f1 icon without noticing it

[@tbmofoulprinceromero]

11:25 Oscar conveniently not mentioning how he won Formula Renault, Formula 3 and Formula 2, all in 3 years.

[@milseq]

Wish he mentioned just how many tyre blowouts we had prior to the new wheel regs lol

[@traderknightzbitcoinuniver8168]

7:05 Kimi Räikkönen definitely talks

[@subhashgottumukkala]

*australian drivers in driving in f1* GQ Sports: 😍😍😍😍

[@Max_Demian69]

I need forever continuing podcast with Oscar 😮❤ I believe in this guy, future champ😊

[@KayJblue]

Really impressive stuff for a rookie.

[@jackcasey8316]

Loved when he said “I’m sure there’s some other drivers who talk to themselves in the helmet” thought Of Danny ric straight away. 🤠👍🏻3

[@senorsoupe]

Would have loved to see him add his modern F1 insight to Driven lol

[@aldanaavecilla]

A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story could be a great review 🙏🏎

[@Anthpre]

Oscar's bunny teeth is adorable!!!!!

[@orange-head]

Oscar forgot to mention he was almost involved in a similar Tbone crash earlier this year.

[@FacundoNicolasmartinezAndroid]

Great video , glad to see

[@derimik15]

I look up the most at F1 drivers with whom I could meet in a supermarket and I wouldnt even know they are multimillionaire F1 drivers. Oscar is definitely one of them. What a humble guy. Hoping 2024 will be Mclarens year.

[@magicAlonso1414]

Wearing his emotions on his shirt. Blank. I wish I could be as calm as him, even like 10%

[@bloqk16]

Your comment got me to note that Oscar was not wearing anything to advertise a brand. Nowadays, drivers always wear a cap or shirt that is emblazoned with a product, or service's, name on it. But here, not so.

[@ninjastar6932]

it's a disgrace that Ford vs Ferrari isn't being reviewed

[@jamesherbertharrison9655]

Oscar, you would enjoy the novel, Racing Hearts, due for release December 1st. Would like your thoughts on that becoming a racing film.

[@sadanbyrne]

Future champion.

[@mubs42]

George Russel absolutely talks to himself like the dude in Gran Turismo

[@ThEgamingGINJ]

Never thought Oscar would be on gq

[@masskeonkk]

oscar is like mini ricciardo, great guy in front of camera🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@Scott-bh2qb]

He is nothing like that clown 🤡

[@markus9415]

I really hope Mclaren is catching up to Redbull ( Aswell as Merc, Ferr and Aston ). Piastri is so relax and calm in his head like Verstappen. I really hope they can fight this year so we get to see a season that is even more exciting than 2021.

[@mueesli4745]

2:15 there was no GT40 in 1970 anymore and the spray looks like spray because the scenes have been filmed during the race. Thought you would know that if you are into racing... They even had a camera car participate in the race. They didn't stage anything, it was more like a story driven documentary 😅

[@dukedasilva8810]

Love this guy, talented driver, lovely personality, well spoken 😊 Just needs to improve race pace and tyre management. Go Papaya!! All the best at Vegas GP 🎉🎉🎉♤♡◇♧

[@Otto500206]

9:12 I refuse to believe that this is the same actor on the Baron Zemo Dancing meme.

[@squidcaps4308]

Very informative.