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Andretti Autosport is undergoing a rebranding to become 'Andretti Global,' the identity previously associated with its parent company. This decision follows their announcement to enter Formula 1 alongside US carmaker Cadillac, pending final approval from the FIA. Sources indicate that the rebrand was planned regardless of the F1 entry's success. The name change aims to align the American racing team with its global operations, spanning eight motorsport platforms on six continents. Andretti Global will debut in Season 10, with pre-season testing scheduled for October, and Michael Andretti, Chairman and CEO, expresses enthusiasm for the future of the team's expansion and success.
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Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz is set to participate in the Ryder Cup All-Star Match on September 27 alongside celebrities including Novak Djokovic, Gareth Bale, and Andriy Shevchenko. Unlike the traditional Ryder Cup format, this event features a mix of nationalities on teams captained by Ryder Cup legends Colin Montgomerie and Corey Pavin. Sainz will be part of Team Pavin, teaming up with Shevchenko, Kathryn Newton, Victor Cruz, and Tommaso Perrino for the unique competition.
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Toto Wolff faced criticism for downplaying Max Verstappen's historic 10 consecutive F1 Grand Prix wins. Wolff questioned the significance of records, stating they were for Wikipedia and not important to him, surprising many, including Damon Hill and Martin Brundle, who expected more sportsmanship. Red Bull's Helmut Marko cheekily noted Wikipedia's relevance and implied Mercedes was no longer a serious competitor.
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Red Bull arranged an epic showdown ultimate race between a Formula 1 car, pitting a MotoGP bike, a World Rally Championship car, and a Ford SuperVan against a Formula 1 car. Liam Lawson is driving the RB8, Dani Pedrosa is on the RC16, Timmy Hansen is in the Rallycross car, and Adrien Fourmaux is in the World Rally Championship car. Can any of these vehicles beat a Formula 1 car?
Sergio Perez has subtly revealed the impact of being Max Verstappen's teammate, acknowledging for the first time that he is contemplating his future with Red Bull. Perez is open to the possibility of his contract not being extended, and this decision holds substantial consequences for him, the team, and fellow Formula 1 drivers.