McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has described reports of Red Bull's interest in him as a potential replacement for Max Verstappen as flattering. He confirmed he has no knowledge of any discussions on the matter.
Speaking in the Canadian Grand Prix paddock, Piastri said the news came as a surprise. He added that it reflects positively on his standing in Formula 1 but stressed his commitment to McLaren through 2027. The team is focused on winning races and championships in the coming years, he said.
Red Bull has identified Oscar Piastri as its preferred option to replace Max Verstappen if the four-time world champion leaves the team. Sources in the Miami paddock confirmed the plan despite Verstappen's contract for next year.
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Former Formula 1 presenter Will Buxton says Red Bull has regretted not signing Oscar Piastri as a junior driver for years. The team is now targeting the McLaren driver as a potential replacement for Max Verstappen.
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri explained that new Formula 1 rules require drivers to analyze non-obvious data points to optimize qualifying laps. He highlighted the challenges of managing throttle, battery, and power unit behavior differently than before. Piastri hopes upcoming tweaks for the Miami Grand Prix will ease these issues.
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Oscar Piastri shared photos from a recent karting outing with Alex Albon and Gabriel Bortoleto. The images, posted on Instagram during the three-week break after the Miami Grand Prix, quickly gained widespread attention among Formula 1 fans.