Esteban Ocon Denies Physical Altercation Following Haas Drop in Mexico City GP
Esteban Ocon has categorically denied reports of a physical altercation with Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu, following his sudden dropping from the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend. The 30-year-old French driver released a social media statement addressing claims first published in France’s L’Equipe that a team meeting ended abruptly and potentially physically.
Ocon Denies Violence Following Garage Dispute
Ocon admitted in his statement that a difference in viewpoints led to a discussion with the parties involved, but he firmly rejected any allegations of violence. I strongly condemn violence in all its forms and firmly believe that disagreements should always be handled with professionalism, respect, and mutual understanding,
Ocon stated on Saturday, according to sports.yahoo.com. He also asked for speculation to be avoided while the matter is addressed.
The friction inside the Haas garage began during the second practice session on Friday. Ocon engaged in a radio dispute with race engineer Laura Mueller over tyre selection. When Mueller informed him that the team altered plans to run the soft-compound tyre in favor of the medium compound, Ocon replied over the team radio: No, no. I want to do soft… don’t do that to me, come on.
Following the recent decision from Haas F1 Team confirming that I will not be participating in this weekend’s Mexico City Grand Prix, I wish to formally address some media reports and speculation surrounding the situation.Last night, a difference in viewpoints led to a…
Haas Stands Ocon Down for Mexico Weekend
Following the practice session, Haas decided to stand Ocon down for the remainder of the Mexico weekend. The team has not issued any further information regarding what transpired behind closed doors after the cars left the track. Haas announced last month that Ocon will leave the organization at the conclusion of the current season. Brazilian driver Rafael Camara, leader of the Formula 2 championship and a Ferrari driver development program member, will replace Ocon next year. Neither Haas nor Ocon’s management has commented on whether the Frenchman will drive for the team again at any of the remaining races this year.
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