The inclusion of GM was championed by the FIA and president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who said Michael Andretti’s application was the only one of seven applicants to meet all required criteria to expand F1’s current grid.
Formula 1 expands grid to add GM's Cadillac brand for 2026
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Ben Sulayem expressed that - drawing an unflattering comparison with “rap music” - drew criticism from seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton, F1's only Black driver.
Lando Norris and McLaren seek to pressure Red Bull in F1's Singapore Grand Prix
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