Oscar Piastri may exit McLaren amid Red Bull's interest this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:50 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Oscar Piastri could potentially leave McLaren this summer if he remains outside the top five in the drivers' standings. Red Bull is monitoring Piastri as they prepare for possible replacements for Max Verstappen, who might activate his own release clause. Verstappen has expressed frustration over future power units, adding uncertainty to his Red Bull future. Piastri's contract runs through 2028 but includes a clause allowing an early exit depending on his performance. As of now, Piastri is sitting in fifth place, closely pursued by Lando Norris and other competitors.
- •Piastri's early exit clause activates if he is outside the top five this summer.
- •Red Bull is exploring options, including Piastri, amid Verstappen's future uncertainty.
- •Verstappen has a release clause that might allow him to leave Red Bull.
- •Piastri currently sits fifth, just ahead of Norris and others.
- •The driver market is expected to heat up following the summer break.
- 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — New detail on Oscar Piastri’s McLaren exit clause emerges amid Red Bull interest
"Red Bull are keenly monitoring Oscar Piastri as they consider potential replacements for Max Verstappen, who may have the option to leave his McLaren contract this summer. The F1 driver market hasn’t really got going yet this season, with most teams probably waiting to see if Verstappen will act on his threats to retire from Formula 1.
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