Andretti have said the approval of the FIA for their application to join Formula 1 is an 'important moment of pride' for the team.
Andretti have said the approval of the FIA for their application to join Formula 1 is an “important moment of pride” for the team.
The team were the only prospective entrants to have seen their entry approved by the FIA, with other entrants having been rejected at this stage.While there is still a significant hurdle in front of the Andretti Cadillac bid before they can join the grid, namely Formula 1 itself and the current teams to appease, the team say they are “incredibly excited” to have the chance to compete.
But having satisfied the FIA’s criteria set out in its expressions of interest process, the governing body accepted their application – with plenty more discussions ahead as they look to solidify a place on the grid in future.Explained: F1’s track limits rules and how the FIA enforces them “We appreciate the FIA’s rigorous, transparent and complete evaluation process and are incredibly excited to be given the opportunity to compete in such a historic and prestigious Championship.
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