Aussie Motorsport star Oscar Piastri has responded to claims he may complete a swap deal with Red Bull legend Max Verstappen.
Piastri has been linked with a move to Red Bull, and Verstappen, to Piastri’s current team McLaren.
But the 25-year-old has now quashed those rumours in a recent press conference.
‘It is news to me, there’s obviously not been any discussions or anything,’ Piastri told media, ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix.
‘It’s flattering, yes, but there’s not really much more than that, really.’
‘I think hopefully it proves my stock as a driver, which is a nice thing, but I’m very happy with where I am.’
Oscar Piastri (pictured) has set the record straight in relation to rumours about his future
Piastri (pictured left of McLaren teammate Lando Norris) has claimed he will not leave the team anytime soon
Piastri was linked to a potential ‘swap’ deal with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen (pictured)
Motorsport.com reported earlier this month both Red Bull and McLaren were considering to a swap between the two drivers.
The Dutchman has been linked with moves to McLaren, Ferrari, and even retiring from the sport completely.
But Piastri’s latest comments have all but confirmed he at least, won’t be going anywhere.
The Melbourne born driver, 25, is currently contracted to McLaren until the end of 2028.
He has so far claimed nine wins for the team.
Piastri also played a major role in the Woking based organisation winning back-to-back constructors titles.
All 22 drivers on the F1 grid return to action this weekend.
Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli leads the World Drivers Championship, with Mercedes on top in the constructors championship.
