Michael and Mario Andretti are already “insiders” who should be welcomed back into Formula 1. That is the view of the latter, Mario Andretti – the world champion of 1978. Mario Andretti hits back: “It should be understood where we are coming from. On paper, the Andretti bid appears to be strong – with a strong formative foundation in Indycar, Formula E and elsewhere, and a new F1 collaboration with General Motors and Cadillac. Renault-owned Alpine has also confirmed that a deal is in place to supply Andretti with engines if Formula 1 gives the green light for 2025. Mario Andretti, 82, is anxious for F1’s decision but the deadline for new-team applications does not expire until the end of April.

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