Andretti-Cadillac’s Formula 1 aspirations appear to be edging closer to reality.
As part of ongoing investigations into why the FIA-approved Andretti team entry was blocked by Liberty Media, FBI officials are expected to be present at this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Speculation has also grown that the recent resignation of Liberty Media CEO Greg Maffei could be connected to the Andretti saga. According to reports, Maffei had once told 1978 F1 world champion Mario Andretti that he would do “everything in my power” to prevent his son Michael Andretti‘s bid from succeeding.
Meanwhile, changes are taking place within Andretti Global itself. Michael Andretti has stepped back from day-to-day operations, and F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali is rumoured to be considering a move to MotoGP—a shift that some believe could also be part of a broader deal to resolve the Andretti-Cadillac dispute.
Mario Andretti, speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport, emphasised his son’s leadership in the situation.
“It’s a matter for my son Michael and his company, not me,” said Andretti. “I am not involved in any discussions. What I can say is that news and changes are coming, and my full support goes to my son for all the decisions and choices he has made during this period.”
Adding to the speculation, Japanese outlet as-web.jp reports that Andretti Global’s Silverstone headquarters has ramped up hiring efforts, advertising for 25 new Formula 1 specialists to join the team.
“These new hires will join around 200 staff who have been working on the project for quite some time,” the report noted.
For context, Haas operates with a workforce of approximately 300, while Red Bull‘s second team, RB, employs around 400 staff.
