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Cadillac’s 2026 F1 Seats Still Open as O’Ward Denies Rumors and Crawford Pushes U.S. Case

The team has prioritized building its operations over finalizing its driver lineup, prompting contenders to publicly refute or promote their own candidacies.

Pato O'Ward of Mexico and McLaren prepares to drive in the garage during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 25, 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico.
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Overview

  • Pato O’Ward dismissed links to Cadillac’s debut entry as “pure smoke,” likening the speculation to unfounded Alonso–Swift gossip.
  • Formula 2 driver Jak Crawford said bypassing an American for Cadillac’s inaugural seats would be a “missed opportunity” if he secures the championship.
  • Unnamed sources indicate Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas top Cadillac’s shortlist, though neither has received an official offer.
  • Team Principal Graeme Lowdon confirmed that driver appointments rank low on Cadillac’s priority list while infrastructure and staffing advance.
  • Cadillac’s F1 project still has two seats to fill, with candidates awaiting formal contracts amid intense social media-driven scrutiny and feeder-series performance.