Force India: Ocon-Renault not a done deal

Force India remain adamant that there is not a deal in place currently that would mean Esteban Ocon would jump to Renault at the end of the 2018 season. The team maintain they want to continue their relationship with Ocon beyond the current season.

Speaking to Sky Sports F1 following the conclusion of free practice two on Friday, Force India chief operating officer Otmar Szafnaeur reiterated his belief that a deal between the Renault team and his driver wasn't done yet.

“I don’t think a deal (with Renault) is done,” he said.

Upon being asked whether or not Force India would struggle to maintain their level of performance they have enjoyed over the past few seasons, Szafnaeur admitted that it may be tough but that the team are ready for the fight.