What if I told you one tweet changed Formula 1 forever?
On August 2, 2022, Alpine officially announced Oscar Piastri as their 2023 Formula 1 driver. But just hours later, Piastri stunned the entire paddock with a tweet saying:
“I have not signed a contract with Alpine… I will not be driving for them next year.”
The drama started after Fernando Alonso unexpectedly left Alpine for Aston Martin. Alpine rushed to promote Piastri, but there was one huge problem—he had already signed with McLaren almost a month earlier.
The FIA’s Contract Recognition Board ruled in McLaren’s favor, making Piastri’s move official.
Fast forward to 2026, and Piastri has become one of Formula 1’s biggest stars with multiple race wins and championship success. One tweet didn’t just shock F1—it completely reshaped the driver market.
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The wildest F1 contract drama in years: how Oscar Piastri outplayed Alpine.
We break down the timeline behind the infamous tweet that left Alpine scrambling after Fernando Alonso’s exit. You will learn exactly how Piastri secured his McLaren seat a month before the public announcement.
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