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Indy 500 winner and ex-Formula 1 racer Marcus Ericsson has revealed he’s supporting the Cadillac venture ahead of its 2026 entry.
Marcus Ericsson, aged 34, competed in Formula 1 with Caterham and Sauber from 2014 to 2018, then transitioned to IndyCar in 2019 with Arrow Schmidt Peterson Motorsports. After a successful four-year period with Chip Ganassi, he made history by winning the 2022 Indy 500. Joining Andretti last year, Ericsson is now supporting the team’s journey to the 2026 grid by testing simulators in England and providing valuable feedback for Formula 1, IndyCar, and sports cars. Despite unlikely to make an F1 comeback due to age, Ericsson’s experience will be crucial for Andretti, while speculation hints at American driver Colton Herta potentially filling an F1 seat for Cadillac in 2026, backed by former champion Jenson Button for his speed and adaptability. Button believes in Herta’s potential success in F1, emphasizing his quick learning curve and competitive mindset in both open-wheel racing disciplines.
