US Congress Probes F1's Rejection of Andretti Global's Bid
Lawmakers question potential anti-competitive behavior as Andretti's application to join Formula 1 faces resistance from management.
- Andretti Global's bid to join F1 was endorsed by the FIA but rejected by F1's commercial arm.
- US lawmakers have accused Formula 1 of 'cartel-like behavior' and called for an antitrust investigation.
- Red Bull's Christian Horner suggested Andretti should buy an existing team instead of joining as a new entrant.
- F1 management expressed doubts about Andretti's competitiveness and potential value addition.
- The dispute has intensified with allegations of personal bias and economic protectionism.