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McLaren CEO Zak Brown has denied that Andretti’s unsuccessful attempts to enter Formula 1 demonstrate that the sport has since adopted an anti-American stance. The prospective American squad received acceptance from the FIA last October, but Formula One Management (FOM) turned down the plans to enter in 2025 or ’26. FOM raised concerns over Andretti […]
The American squad was accepted by the FIA in October, but Formula One Management rejected their plans to enter in 2025 or ’26, citing concerns about competitiveness and the value of an 11th team. Despite FOM’s decision, Andretti is continuing to work on their plans while the US Congress demanded answers from F1 owners. McLaren CEO Zak Brown dismissed claims of bias against Andretti or American interests in F1, emphasizing the global nature of the sport and recent expansions in the American market. Brown highlighted the growth of F1 in the US, with the addition of races, Ford’s return to the sport, and investments like the upcoming race in Las Vegas. While understanding Andretti’s frustrations, Brown emphasized that the focus should be on adding value rather than perceived biases.
