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Palou ‘not disappointed' about F1 setback

Aug.31 Alex Palou insists he is 'not disappointed' that a legal spat with McLaren may have derailed his ambitions to switch to Formula 1. After winning the title in 2021, the 26-year-old Spaniard is now on course for his second Indycar championship this year. He was even a hot tip for a promotion to Formula 1, given his relationship with McLaren. But the Zak Brown-led outfit is now suing Palou for up to $30 million for reneging on a deal to move to McLaren's Indycar team. Palou broke his silence on the affair this week in comments broadcast by DAZN. 'I know a lot about law now, I've had classes for a year,' he laughed. 'I would have liked a quieter year, so I hope that happens in 2024 and...
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