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sports1 year ago

GM and Cadillac Gear Up for 2026 F1 Entry Amid Rising US Interest

Mario Andretti will join the board of the newly approved Cadillac F1 team, set to debut in 2026. After overcoming initial setbacks, the team, backed by GM and Andretti Global, plans to use Ferrari engines initially, with a Cadillac power unit by 2028. Andretti aims to field one experienced F1 driver and one young American talent, emphasizing national pride in the sport. The team marks a significant American presence in Formula 1, with Andretti playing a key advisory role.

via NBC News|
#andretti-global#cadillac#ferrari
sports1 year ago

Cadillac Joins F1 Grid with GM and Andretti Leadership for 2026

Mario Andretti, the 1978 F1 world champion, has been appointed as a director on the board of a new General Motors Formula 1 team set to enter the sport in 2026. This comes after a restructured plan for a GM/Cadillac team, following the rejection of an earlier Cadillac-backed Andretti entry. While Andretti's role will be non-executive, he expressed excitement about remaining involved in F1. The team will operate in association with TWG Global, which owns Andretti Global, though Michael Andretti will not be involved in the new setup.

via Motorsport.com|
#andretti-global#cadillac#formula-1
sports1 year ago

Cadillac Joins F1 Grid: GM's New Team Set for 2026 Launch

General Motors has announced a deal to join the Formula 1 grid under the Cadillac brand for the 2026 season, marking the first new team entry since 2016. The FIA has accepted GM's application in principle, and the automaker plans to initially join as a Ferrari customer before becoming an engine supplier. This move aims to enhance GM's global brand presence and technological advancements, with Mario Andretti joining the team's board as director.

via The Verge|
#2026-season#cadillac#formula-1
sports1 year ago

Kyle Larson's Indy 500/NASCAR Double Faces Weather and Scheduling Challenges

NASCAR star Kyle Larson is attempting the rare "Double" of racing in both the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. If successful, Larson would join an elite group of American motorsports legends. Esteemed figures like Mario Andretti and Jeff Gordon praise Larson's versatility and talent, but acknowledge the immense challenge ahead. Larson's ability to adapt to different racing conditions and vehicles has already earned him a spot among the greats, and a win in both events would further cement his legacy.

via The New York Times|
#indy-500#kyle-larson#mario-andretti
sports1 year ago

Senators Urge Biden to Investigate F1's Block on Andretti Team

Mario Andretti claims that Liberty Media CEO Greg Maffei personally threatened to block Michael Andretti's attempts to enter a new team in Formula 1, despite initial approval from the FIA. The situation has drawn attention from U.S. Congress and Senators, who are calling for an investigation into the exclusion of Andretti Formula Racing from the championship series. However, a source close to Liberty Media disputes Andretti's account, suggesting he approached Maffei first.

via RACER|
#fom#formula-1#liberty-media
morning-rundown1 year ago

Riley Keough Halts Graceland Foreclosure Sale

Allies of Donald Trump are working to influence the Republican Party's platform, aiming to prevent it from shifting too far right. A mystery surrounds the company attempting to foreclose on Elvis Presley's Graceland. Mario Andretti claims a clash with Formula 1's owner over his son's bid to enter the sport. Kouri Richins, accused of poisoning her husband, speaks out from jail. A new index reveals the difficulties of home buying across the U.S.

via NBC News|
#donald-trump#graceland#home-buying
sports1 year ago

Senators Demand Probe into F1's Rejection of Andretti Team

Mario Andretti revealed that Greg Maffei, CEO of Liberty Media, vowed to block Andretti Global's bid to enter Formula 1 during a private reception at the Miami Grand Prix. The incident, which Andretti described as deeply personal, occurred after Andretti joined lawmakers in Washington to advocate for his team's entry into F1. Maffei and Liberty Media have not commented, while a source close to Liberty Media disputes Andretti's account. The situation has escalated with U.S. lawmakers calling for an antitrust investigation into F1's practices.

via NBC News|
#andretti-global#anti-competitive-practices#formula-1