« My first love was Formula 1 »: Nearly 50 years after his debut in the discipline, Mario Andretti returns with Cadillac
The 1978 world champion will be the director of the 11th Formula 1 team. The American will return to his first love, nearly 50 years after entering the sport.
There is no age limit. Mario Andretti will be able to confirm this. The American will be back in action in 2026. The 1978 world champion will become the team director of Cadillac in 2026, according to our colleagues at NBC News.
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General Motors in Formula 1 for the next regulations.
Back to the roots
My first love was Formula 1 and today, 70 years later, the F1 paddock is still my happy place. I am absolutely delighted with Cadillac, Formula 1, Mark Walter, and Dan Towriss,” said the driver who has raced, among others, for Ferrari and Lotus, in a statement. “To still be involved at this stage of my life, I have to pinch myself to make sure I’m not dreaming.”
Mario Andretti could bring all his racing knowledge, although he retired a few years ago. He competed in 128 Formula 1 Grand Prix races, won 12 of them, and achieved 18 pole positions.
The Cadillac F1 Team is made up of a strong group of people who have worked tirelessly to put together an American team. I am very proud of the work they have done and I congratulate all the people involved in this important new step. I will encourage you, added Michael Andretti, the son of the 1978 world champion.
