Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen at centre of F1 driver change speculation
- Despite enduring an inconsistent 2026 campaign, Oscar Piastri is still proving he is one of the best drivers in Formula 1.
- After failing to start the opening two grand prix of the year, the Australian has rallied to be fourth in the drivers' championship after eight rounds — the highest-placed driver not to win a grand prix so far.
- But F1's rumour mill has been in overdrive in recent times about his future at McLaren, with his boss having to hose down suggestions the Australian will be driving anything other than a Papaya-coloured F1 car in 2027.
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- Despite enduring an inconsistent 2026 campaign, Oscar Piastri is still proving he is one of the best drivers in Formula 1.
- After failing to start the opening two grand prix of the year, the Australian has rallied to be fourth in the drivers' championship after eight rounds — the highest-placed driver not to win a grand prix so far.
- But F1's rumour mill has been in overdrive in recent times about his future at McLaren, with his boss having to hose down suggestions the Australian will be driving anything other than a Papaya-coloured F1 car in 2027.
Sources: ABC Australia