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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.
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