Unsurprisingly, the Australian driver has conceded to being “flattered” with the link to Red Bull.
After the Miami Grand Prix, rumors emerged linking Oscar Piastri to Red Bull as a replacement for Max Verstappen. Verstappen has been critical of the new F1 cars and hinted at a possible departure, but sees positive changes for the sport in the future. Red Bull is reportedly interested in Piastri if Verstappen leaves. Piastri admitted feeling flattered by the speculation but emphasized his commitment to McLaren, expressing confidence in the team’s potential for future success. He acknowledged the flattering nature of the rumors but reaffirmed his loyalty to McLaren and optimism for their future achievements.
