FIA president Muhammed Ben Sulayem will “support” Michael Andretti as the former McLaren driver bids to enter a team into Formula 1 in 2024. Andretti’s bid is a big talking point this weekend in Miami – but as well as Liberty Media and the FIA’s reluctance, there are also team bosses arguing against it. “We’re spending money to get the ball rolling because we think hopefully we’ll get the offer,” Andretti said. “We’re taking a risk, but we think it’s worth the risk. He also hit back at those like Wolff who are arguing that 10 teams is actually the perfect number for Formula 1.

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