Christian Horner frozen out as $3bn Cadillac deal faces unexpected blocker - F1 News Today

“I feel like there’s a desire within the sport to see me come back, which is very flattering” - so said Christian Horner just five days ago.

The 52-year-old Englishman has exuded confidence about a potential return to F1 since his unceremonious defenestration from Red Bull but, as much as he talks up his chances, he is currently very much a free agent.

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FSG’s $3bn Cadillac F1 move faces unexpected NASCAR blocker

John Henry's Fenway Sports Group (FSG) have been the main name mentioned as a potential buyer for Cadillac's F1 operation, but they could hit one snag in the process.

It was reported at the start of the month that Cadillac owner Mark Walter, through his company TWG Global, is exploring a sale of F1's newest team for a sum in the region of $3bn.

FSG, who own the Boston Red Sox, the Pittsburgh Penguins and a large part of Liverpool FC, are one of a number of potential suitors - but it's one of their other sports investments which could prove problematic.

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‘Schumacher never did that’: Lewis Hamilton faces Ferrari criticism

Lewis Hamilton has been told he should take a leaf out of Michael Schumacher's book when it comes to publicly expressing his frustrations with Ferrari.

Former Maranello race engineer Rob Smedley has questioned the seven-time world champion's approach after his 2026 title bid fell apart after the summer break.

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F1 civil war brewing as teams split over controversial rule change

The Formula 1 Commission will meet for the fourth time this year on Monday, with one topic expected to take up a sizeable portion of the meeting.

A proposal dubbed 'ADUO for teams' has been tabled for the meeting, a cause that James Vowles has been advocating for in a number of interviews over the last few months.

The idea is that teams who finish poorly in the constructors' championship should be given more spending room in the cost cap compared to the top four teams, with the Williams boss warning that the current system has actually locked in disadvantages for smaller teams.

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Sergio Perez announces F1 retirement date: 'My children are the most important thing'

F1 star Sergio Perez has confirmed his retirement date as he looks ahead to spending more time with his four children.

The 36-year-old Mexican has enjoyed a long and distinguished career on the grid, claiming six Grand Prix victories and helping Max Verstappen claim four world titles during his spell at Red Bull.

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Ferrari wonderkid disqualified by FIA after physical violence

A dramatic incident between two drivers at the FIA Karting World Championship in Italy ended with both being disqualified, including Ferrari junior Noah Balgin.

The fallout from the explosive incident helped clear the way for 14-year-old Dutchman Dean Hoogendoorn to claim the OK world title.

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