Oscar Piastri dismisses Max Verstappen swap rumors, commits to McLaren future
Oscar Piastri dismissed swap rumors with Max Verstappen on Friday, saying he is comfortable at McLaren and trusts the team's belief in him. The Australian driver, contracted until 2028 at roughly $37 million annually, acknowledged speculation about Verstappen's potential move but expressed confidence he is "not going anywhere." Piastri sits sixth in the championship with 82 points.
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Published 17 Jul 2026, 01:45 UTC · Updated 17 Jul 2026, 01:50 UTC
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