F1: New species of wasp named after Oscar Piastri

A newly discovered species of wasp, dating back to the time of the dinosaurs and found preserved in Myanmar, has been named in honor of McLaren Formula 1 driver Oscar Piastri.

A research article in the June issue of the Chinese academic journal Palaeoworld, published by the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology, named the insect, found in northern Myanmar and dated to the mid-Cretaceous period, as Gwesped Piastrii.

"The specific epithet pays homage to Mr. Oscar Piastri for his achievements in Formula 1, and because the color of the amber piece reminded the first author of McLaren's iconic orange," the article explained. The Cretaceous period ended 65 million years ago.

Piastri, 25, made his debut in the main motorsport category in 2023. To date, he has won nine races in his career. This season, the Australian is in sixth place overall, with 48 points won.

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Source: CNN