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Why Aston Martin’s new investor is good news for F1
The recent investment in Aston Martin by Arctos Sports Partners is following a trend of American investors becoming involved in Formula 1 teams, such as Ryan Reynolds and others investing in Alpine. This is because F1 is now seen as a profitable business, thanks to financial regulations that control spending and maintain the value of teams. Aston Martin’s partnership with Arctos is interesting because many people didn’t expect Lawrence Stroll to give up a stake in the team. Arctos is known for specializing in long-term minority stakes and top franchises, with managing partner David “Doc” O’Connor having a background in talent agency CAA and the Madison Square Garden group. The creation of Arctos was prompted by a change in ownership rules in Major League Baseball in 2019, allowing institutional capital to enter the sports industry.
