Oscar Piastri There is confusion over whether Oscar Piastri will in fact drive for Alpine in the 2023 Formula 1 season despite his confirmation earlier today. Alpine released a statement in the early hours of Wednesday morning that the Australian will race for the team alongside Esteban Ocon next season. However, there were no quotes from Piastri himself and, when Speedcafe.com asked the team why, the response was that it was in fact a ‘communication to confirm the team’s position and intention'. It’s a subtle but important difference in terminology and comes amid speculation a deal has been agreed with McLaren that would see Piastri replace Daniel Ricciardo. The Woking-based...
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