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FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem has advised Andretti-Cadillac to purchase an existing squad as it continues to press on with its attempts to enter Formula 1. The FIA accepted Andretti’s proposal last October, but Formula One Management (FOM) elected not to grant the American team the green light in either 2025 or ’26. FOM cast […]
Last October, the FIA approved Andretti’s proposal for entry into Formula 1. However, Formula One Management (FOM) decided against granting the team entry for the 2025 or ’26 seasons, questioning the value Andretti would bring to the sport. FOM suggested they would reconsider an application for 2028 if General Motors becomes an engine supplier for the team. Ben Sulayem, contrasting FOM’s stance, had previously allowed tender applications for up to 12 teams but now advises Andretti to consider acquiring one of the existing 10 teams rather than applying as the 11th. He emphasized the importance of quality over quantity when it comes to expanding the team roster in F1. Ben Sulayem expressed his support for an authentic American team in the championship, highlighting the potential impact of having a strong US presence in a sport with a significant American fanbase. The FIA and F1 recently announced plans for a new strategic framework to improve collaboration and resolve tensions between the organizations for the benefit of the sport’s growth and development.
