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Cadillac hit the Bahrain International Circuit a day early ahead of the first official F1 pre-season test, before announcing Lewis Hamilton’s former manager in a major role.
Cadillac arrived at the Bahrain International Circuit ahead of the first official Formula 1 pre-season test, debuting their black and white livery and utilizing a ‘filming day’ to hit the track early. The team, in its inaugural F1 season, sees the filming days as crucial for data collection, limited to 200 kilometers on non-race-spec tires.
Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez had their turns in the car as they geared up for the first three-day program at the circuit. Marc Hynes, formerly part of Lewis Hamilton’s management team, was appointed as Cadillac’s Chief Racing Officer, a move that was highly anticipated.
Hynes will oversee the driver program, which includes Bottas, Perez, Zhou Guanyu, and Colton Herta. The new livery made its track debut, setting the stage for the team’s journey in F1. Hynes expressed enthusiasm for shaping the team’s culture and performance standards from the start.
Cadillac’s Team Principal, Graeme Lowdon, praised Hynes for his racing experience and ability to connect drivers, engineers, and leadership. As the team ventures into its debut season, having Hynes onboard is seen as a significant asset for the Cadillac Formula 1 Team.
