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Zak Brown Slams Alex Palou’s “Ludicrous” Claims on Oscar Piastri’s McLaren Signing

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
October 15, 2025
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Zak Brown Slams Alex Palou’s “Ludicrous” Claims on Oscar Piastri’s McLaren Signing

May 1, 2025; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; McLaren CEO Zak Brown looks on from the paddock area at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Zak Brown Slams Alex Palou’s “Outrageous” Claims Over Piastri Signing: A Battle Erupts!

In a jaw-dropping twist that has rattled the motorsport community, McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has vehemently denied IndyCar champion Alex Palou’s shocking assertion regarding the signing of Oscar Piastri for the 2023 Formula 1 season. Palou’s remarks, made during a recent UK High Court session, have ignited a firestorm, with Brown calling the claims “ludicrous” and a blatant misrepresentation of the facts.

Palou, who has been under intense scrutiny following his contract disputes, alleged that Brown stated he had no role in the decision to bring Piastri on board, instead attributing the choice to then-team principal Andrea Stella. This allegation has sent shockwaves through the paddock as it suggests internal discord at McLaren, raising questions about Piastri’s position alongside teammate Lando Norris in their quest for the 2025 championship.

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“I went for dinner with Zak near MTC [McLaren Technology Centre],” Palou told the court, further asserting that Brown claimed the hiring was entirely up to the former team manager Andreas Seidl. “Zak told me Piastri’s performance would be evaluated against mine for 2024. He insisted my chance of securing the F1 seat was unaffected by Oscar.”

However, Zak Brown has now stepped into the fray, making it crystal clear that he is at the helm of critical decisions within the team. “I’m not sure which allegation amused me more – the notion that I would not be the one making a key decision about our driver line-up, or the suggestion that I wasn’t on board with signing the hugely talented Oscar Piastri,” Brown stated emphatically. “Both allegations are clearly ludicrous, and anyone who follows our sport will see straight through them.”

The situation escalated further when Brown revealed that Piastri found Palou’s accusations laughable during a recent encounter after the Singapore Grand Prix. “We have the absolute best driver pairing on the F1 grid in Oscar and Lando. I could not be more thrilled with their incredible performance and their sportsmanship,” he exclaimed, expressing excitement for the electrifying races ahead this season.

In a dramatic twist, McLaren is pursuing legal action against Palou for a staggering $20 million, after the driver reneged on his IndyCar contract to stay with Chip Ganassi Racing for the 2024 season. While Palou has admitted to breaching the agreement, he contests the amount owed, claiming a loss of faith in McLaren’s commitment to providing him with an opportunity in F1.

Amidst these turbulent waters, Palou also alleged that Brown had offered assistance in securing an F1 seat, a claim that Brown has firmly denied, stating no promises were made.

As this saga unfolds, motorsport fans are left on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this dramatic clash between two titans of racing. Will Palou’s claims hold any weight, or will Brown’s steadfast rebuttal prevail in the court of public opinion? Only time will tell in this high-stakes game of speed and strategy.

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