# Wasp Named After F1 Driver Oscar Piastri

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Podcast: [F1 News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/f1-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7493742)
Published: 2026-05-31T08:47:10+00:00
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Scientists discovered a 98-million-year-old wasp fossil in Myanmar and named it Gwesped piastrii in honor of Formula One driver Oscar Piastri — a surprise twist born from a joke among researchers who are also big F1 fans. The naming was inspired by Piastri’s rookie season, the amber’s orange hue matching McLaren’s colors, and the fan base’s nickname, PiastriHive. The scientist, Corentin Jouault, admits he didn’t expect the viral F1 reaction — but it’s a perfect blend of science, fandom, and a little bit of luck. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e16c544a32731f7d

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