Pato O'Ward accepts Formula 1 dream is over citing "I'm not excited" to drive current cars

Mexican driver Pato O'Ward has requested McLaren release him from his Formula 1 reserve duties, stating he is no longer excited by the current era of F1 cars. O'Ward, who participated in five F1 practice sessions for McLaren since 2022, told the Speed Street podcast he wants to focus entirely on his IndyCar career, where he has won ten races with Arrow McLaren. The decision marks a significant shift for a driver once considered a potential F1 candidate for McLaren.