Oscar Piastri comments on Max Verstappen's Red Bull contract extension
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:18 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Oscar Piastri of McLaren addressed Max Verstappen's recent contract extension with Red Bull until 2030 during the Dutch Grand Prix weekend. Piastri stated he was never concerned about rumors linking Verstappen to McLaren. McLaren's CEO Zak Brown has expressed confidence in Piastri and Lando Norris, reiterating that the team is satisfied with its current lineup. Piastri also confirmed that he intends to remain with McLaren through 2027 and appreciates the opportunities the team has provided him. He remarked on Verstappen's situation, suggesting it is unrelated to him.
- •Max Verstappen extends Red Bull contract until 2030
- •Piastri says he was never worried about Verstappen's move
- •Zak Brown confirms satisfaction with McLaren's drivers
- •Piastri aims to stay with McLaren through 2027
- •Piastri feels well-supported in his current team
- 7:18 AMYahoo Sports — Oscar Piastri addresses Max Verstappen's Red Bull contract extension: 'Nothing to do with me'
"McLaren's Oscar Piastri has reacted to this weekend's bombshell news at the Dutch GP that Max Verstappen has extended his Red Bull contract until 2030. After months of speculation linked Verstappen with a move that would potentially see him replace the Aussie at McLaren, Piastri has said he was "never really worried" about such a prospect.
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