Oliver Rowland Thrilled as Lindblad Joins F1 Racing Bulls
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Oliver Rowland Celebrates Protege's Formula 1 Entry
Oliver Rowland, two-time Formula E world champion, shared his excitement about his protege, Arvid Lindblad, securing a spot in Formula 1 with the Racing Bulls team. Having managed Lindblad since he was seven, Rowland has played a pivotal role in the young Brit's development. He believes Lindblad, now 18, deserves this opportunity and anticipates strong performances against his teammate, Liam Lawson.
Cadillac Aims for Respect in F1 Debut Season
Cadillac is gearing up for its Formula 1 debut in 2024 after being approved to join the sport. The General Motors brand will initially use power units and gearboxes from Ferrari while developing their technology for future seasons. Cadillac, led by foundation drivers Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas, is focused on building a competitive team despite expectations of early struggles. Pat Simmons, Cadillac's engineering consultant, expressed pride in the team's operational setup right from the start.
Barcelona Circuit Secures F1 Future with Alternating Deal
The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has avoided being dropped from the Formula 1 calendar thanks to a new alternating race deal with Belgium's Spa Francochamps circuit. This arrangement will keep the Spanish Grand Prix at Barcelona for three additional events spread out through 2032, while Belgium will host in the intervening years. The deal reflects F1's interest in flexible race hosting options to accommodate growing demand and logistical ease.
Australian Driver Jack Doohan Eyes F1 Return
Jack Doohan, after being dropped by Alpine and spending a year as a reserve driver for Haas, is working towards making a comeback to Formula 1 racing. Alongside his commitment to Haas, Doohan is considering a European Le Mans drive to maintain his skills. Despite previous setbacks, including several races without scoring points, Doohan remains determined to rejoin the F1 grid by 2027.
