Mario Andretti, the 1978 F1 champion, expressed his readiness to fight for Andretti Global's entry into Formula 1 following their recent rejection by the F1 management. Andretti stated, 'If they want blood, well, I’m ready,' highlighting his frustration and offense at the rejection. He revealed that the team is targeting 2026 as a pivotal year, with ongoing meetings between the two sides despite the evident frustration.
Mario Andretti reveals his offense over FOM's rejection of F1 entry https://t.co/KaInFmqNky https://t.co/Jdtnhk8N8X
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As part of a wide-ranging interview about @AndrettiGlobal's @F1 rejection, @MarioAndretti says the team is eyeing 2026 or bust. The sides have begun meetings, but simmering frustration remains. “I was offended. I don’t think we deserved that." https://t.co/4LDDBtSDci
#F1: Mario Andretti on F1 rejection. 'If they want want blood, well, I’m ready,' says 1978 champ https://t.co/OZQMC1o0fT
#F1: Mario Andretti on continued rejection to join F1: "If they want want blood, well, I’m ready." https://t.co/fh0YQD4cj9