Since the announcement of Honda’s departure, F1’s ultimate goal has been to make the sport doable by cutting costs for every outfit. And so far the result has been a thumbs up. There were several outfits that started talks with Formula 1 about launching online in 2025, which will bring the next big regulatory changes.
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This includes the Volkswagen Group, which wants to push one of its brands into Formula 1 – either Audi or Porsche. In the midst of such a highly competitive battle for a grid spot, ex-F1 and Indy driver Michael Andretti is the newest name in the paddock to have shown interest in buying a team altogether.
Recently, RACER claimed that Andretti was interested in buying out an F1 team rather than building one from scratch. And the possible names that came up were Haas, Williams and Alfa Romeo, with the former all stepping down before the talks began.
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Now the two hopes that remain are Alfa Romeo and Williams. But will they work?
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Williams F1 team
Although Williams continues to operate under an investment firm, Dorilton Capitals, the acquisition took place in 2020 and the company has yet to meet its Formula 1 goals. After a little over a year in Formula 1, Dorilton would not be so happy to give up his outfit so early.
But what if Andretti gets the green light to buy Williams?
Formula 1 F1 – Great Britain Grand Prix – Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Great Britain – July 18, 2021 Williams’ George Russell during the REUTERS / Peter Cziborra race
Well there are many positive aspects to be seen; the most important thing of all is the relationship with Mercedes. Williams has been a Mercedes customer for seven years. In addition to an impressive engine in the rear, Andretti is also a partner of the McLaren-Mercedes boss in several other racing series.
Zak Brown has teamed up with Andretti in Supercars, Australian GT and Extreme-E. And the fact that Brown’s F1 team also drives with a Mercedes drive would tempt Andretti to buy up Williams.
Alfa Romeo F1 team
Well, the Andretti family’s relationship with Alfa Romeo dates back to the era of Mario Andretti, who drove for the outfit in 1981 apart from the two seasons at Ferrari. Therefore, Andretti holds an emotional place for the Italian outfit. But there are more reasons why Alfa Romeo could be a perfect match for the American.
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Alfa Romeo is currently the title partner of the team owned by Sauber. As a result, the Swiss-based company is headquartered in Hinwil, Switzerland, which could complicate Andretti’s interest in purchasing the entire unit.
Formula 1 F1 – Monaco Grand Prix – Circuit de Monaco, Monte Carlo, Monaco – May 20, 2021 Alfa Romeo’s Kimi Raikkonen in action during practice REUTERS / Gonzalo Fuentes
However, Sauber has an incredible wind tunnel system, which Andretti’s goal in Formula 1 will certainly look appealing.
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After working out the positives of buying Alfa Romeo and Williams, will Andretti try to get a deal with either of them before the end of this season? Well only time will tell.
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