F1 News: McLaren CEO Pokes Fun At Alex Palou's Singapore GP Absence
McLaren's CEO Zak Brown made light-hearted comments on Alex Palou's no-show at the Singapore Grand Prix after the latter snubbed the iconic team and decided to not go through with their contract.
Key Takeaways:
- Missed Attendance: IndyCar driver Alex Palou was slated to be at the Singapore Grand Prix representing McLaren as a reserve driver, but he's noticeably absent from the Marina Bay Circuit.
- Brown's Jest: The McLaren CEO, Zak Brown, humorously addressed the situation, suggesting he might just suit up and drive himself, albeit without a super license.
- Legal Complications Ahead: Brown has previously hinted at his lack of surprise over Palou's absence, especially following Chip Ganassi Racing's announcement about Palou's continuation with them in 2024.
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It was previously expected that IndyCar driver Alex Palou would be walking the pit lanes of the Marina Bay Circuit for the Singapore Grand Prix on behalf of McLaren, prior to the ongoing legal dispute between them.
Zak Brown, the CEO of McLaren, chose a light approach to address the situation, quipping, "There should be no any issues. I'll drive. I've got my helmet. I don't have a super license. I don't think." Brown further jested, "We only need a reserve driver if we need a reserve driver."
This playful jest by the McLaren CEO can be traced back to his earlier statement where he expressed little surprise if Palou skipped the Singapore Grand Prix. Brown remained tight-lipped about the legal intricacies. "And the legal case, I can't really comment on," said the McLaren Racing head. He assured, "There is a legal case, and that's in London. We'll see that through. And then, in due course, what happened will all play out."
