Piastri links Melbourne pre-race crash to unexpected power spike
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Oscar Piastri says his Australian Grand Prix pre-race crash was caused by an unforeseen power spike of about 100kW on a cold-tyre exit kerb, leaving him unable to start; he described being shocked and taking some blame, noting the 2026 engine torque delivery can complicate such exits.
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