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Cadillac ‘feeling emotional’ after taking ‘big step’ with F1 paddock arrival
Cadillac team principal Graeme Lowdon expressed the importance of embracing the emotion of entering the F1 paddock and sees it as a significant milestone for the American outfit’s journey in the sport. The recent five-day test in Barcelona marked Cadillac’s debut as an F1 team on the grid, with Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez taking the wheel on Monday. Despite facing some issues during the test, both drivers and the team view them as normal for a new F1 team and remain undaunted. Cadillac’s rapid progress from receiving approval to join the paddock to participating in the pre-season test reflects an incredible achievement in less than a year. Lowdon emphasized the team’s dedication and pride in becoming a part of the F1 community, acknowledging the hard work of talented individuals across different locations contributing to their success. The team is now fully immersed in the daily operations of a Formula 1 team and focused on moving forward confidently in their journey.
