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Esteban Ocon issues statement after Haas benching, denies physical altercation rumours

Dropped Haas Formula 1 driver Esteban Ocon has denied French media rumours of a physical altercation with team boss Ayao Komatsu as he issued his response to missing this weekend's Mexico Grand Prix. Ocon was benched in Mexico, most likely connected to a public disagreement with his race engineer during free practice. That led to a discussion with the team on Friday night as the relationship ...…

Esteban Ocon issues statement after Haas benching, denies physical altercation rumours

Haas Formula 1 driver Esteban Ocon has addressed rumours of a physical altercation with team boss Ayao Komatsu following his benching for the Mexico Grand Prix. Ocon, who was benched due to a disagreement with his race engineer, denied any physical violence during a discussion with team officials. The French driver emphasized his commitment to professional and respectful resolution of disagreements. Ocon's future with Haas remains uncertain as he fights for his F1 career, with options dwindling for the 2027 season.

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