The pilot market starts super soon in Formula One. In fact, never as in this season, the stables are already at work for the new 2023 driver duo... but not only.
Something is boiling in the pot
The sensational news comes from Williams. Indeed, for some time now, the future of Nicholas Latifi is discussed. The Canadian driver is not having a very good season and confrontation with teammate Albon it's overwhelming. To date, Latifi is in fact in last position at 0 points, together with Mick Schumacher. Numbers and statistics that speak for themselves. Also in yesterday's race, carried out in Azerbaijan in Baku, Latifi he finished in last place in the standings, with ben 5 second penalty and 1 point on his super licence remedied for not having complied well 12 panels of blue flags.
Williams, last dance for Laitifi
Following this result, Williams decided Latifi's future. According to various newspapers, Ziggo Sport and RacingNews365, ithe Grove team is ready to fire the Canadian pilot, right during his home Grand Prix. The one in Montreal therefore, barring sensational twists and turns, promises to be the last Grand Prix for Nicholas Latifi, who will say goodbye to Formula One in front of his fans.
The substitute says Australia
Were such rumors to be confirmed, Williams has already identified the name of the substitute… and what a substitute! We are indeed talking about Oscar piastri! The Australian is undoubtedly one of the most coveted riders in the paddock for next season. The F2 champion has also been approached several times by other teams during the season, such as McLaren o Alpine itself, which however goes towards the extension of the contract for Alonso. Williams, also given the great competition towards the 21-year-old, preferred to run for cover and put him away under contract already this year. Barring unforeseen events, the debut of Piastri is scheduled for Great Britain!
We are therefore waiting, as there is still no official communication from Williams, but by now the road seems written: Piastri-Williams, we're here now!
SOURCE: RacingNews365
