F1 News: Fans Debate Huge Andretti Move Amid Formula One Entry Bid
F1 fans have been actively discussing the possibility of Andretti acquiring the Haas F1 Team on Reddit. This debate follows the team's ongoing performance struggles and the recent exit of team principal Guenther Steiner.
Key Takeaways:
- Andretti's Bid for Entry: Andretti Cadillac has received FIA approval to join the F1 grid, but faces resistance from FOM and existing teams concerned about the impact on their financial returns and team values.
- Haas' Challenges: Haas' delay in 2024 car development and the upcoming 2026 regulations have led fans to suggest it might be time for them to exit Formula One.
- Fan Perspectives: Discussions on Reddit reflect diverse opinions on Haas' value, the feasibility of Andretti's bid, and the desire for increased competitiveness in F1.
A Reddit user sparked the conversation by saying:
"Given all of the news surrounding Haas in the last few weeks, people have taken stock of their decade in Formula One, with the executive summary being that it hasn’t amounted to much. The news that they are behind in development for the 2024 car does not come as a surprise to anyone, but I also think it’s the final nail in Haas’s coffin."
The user elaborated on Haas's situation and suggested:
"Unless Haas is certain that it wants to be on the grid in 2029-2030 or so, now is the time to exit Formula One for Haas."
The fan further explained the logic behind Andretti's potential acquisition of Haas, noting:
"Enter Andretti. It’s obvious that they’re trying their hardest to get onto the grid, and it’s also obvious at this point that Formula One is not going to expand the grid for them."
This sparked debate amongst other fans. One fan responded arguing that Formula One Management should focus on bringing on an eleventh team rather than Andretti acquiring Haas. They commented:
"Haas has nothing of value to buy. Everything is outsourced. Plus, Gene [Haas] doesn't want to sell. I’d rather we focus on getting 11 teams."
Another fan offered another perspective, writing:
"Unfortunately ‘we’ won’t be able to do anything. FOM and the teams have effectively told Andretti that they will not expand the grid for them. Haas’s thing of value is its grid spot, and it seems like it will come a lot cheaper and with a lot less friction than trying to expand the grid."
Andretti Cadillac's bid to join F1 has been officially approved by the FIA, with President Mohammed Ben Sulayem stating, "How could we say no to General Motors?" However, the proposal faces challenges from FOM and the current teams.