Hamilton clear on Horner Ferrari links, McLaren drivers on team's bias

Follow as Tim Kraaij and Jim Kimberley discuss the latest happenings in Formula 1 ahead of the United States Grand Prix in Austin!

Hamilton offered a blunt reaction to rumours linking Horner to the Ferrari outfit. The seven-time world champion was quick to dismiss such claims, stressing he would not entertain such speculation when asked about the former Red Bull Racing boss joining the Italian team.

Hamilton also labelled such talks as distracting, emphasising that the team has been clear on the direction it wants to take, especially with the extension of the contract of current team principal Frederic Vasseur.

Hamilton’s stance was also supported by teammate Charles Leclerc, who was equally unwilling to entertain such speculation during his media interaction at the United States Grand Prix.

Both Norris and Piastri weighed in on growing talks about McLaren team bias during the United States Grand Prix weekend, after the Woking-based outfit found itself in the spotlight following the events at the Singapore Grand Prix, where the team won its second constructors' championship in a row.

The race under the Marina Bay sky saw both drivers collide on the opening lap. The team, however, opted against deciding on the incident during the race – something that left Piastri particularly furious, venting on his radio.

Ahead of the race in Austin, the pair clarified the incident, explaining that they had conversations with the team and now have clarity on how they can race together in the future. Norris also shared that he was 'held accountable' for what happened.