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Oscar Piastri has been issued a warning about a potential move to Red Bull.
Former Ferrari engineer Rob Smedley has cautioned Oscar Piastri about the potential difficulties of moving from a top team to a new one as a number one driver in Formula 1. Piastri has been linked with a move from McLaren to Red Bull, with reports suggesting he is seen as a backup option in case Max Verstappen leaves. Verstappen’s future at Red Bull is uncertain due to his dissatisfaction with the current engine regulations. Smedley and former Alpine team principal Otmar Szafnauer both believe that making such a move could lead to challenges and may not necessarily result in a happier outcome for the driver. They highlighted the importance of considering the team’s potential to become a championship-winning outfit and the risks associated with leaving a competitive team.
