Williams strongly refutes rumours that Porsche buys the F1 team
The German automaker sparked speculation about an announcement on Monday morning, but the British claim it has nothing to do with their team.
Audi is now waiting for Porsche to announce its plans after the latter already confirmed its partnership with Sauber. Also, beginning in 2026, the company plans to enter Formula. They have already communicated with Red Bull Racing about this goal, but their attempts to do so have thus far been unsuccessful.
Porsche buys Williams F1 team rumors dismissed ahead of the 2023 season
It appeared like Porsche’s message was getting through to Williams, since they were the only team without a significant tie-up with another team. The British racing team, though, insists that it is content with its current arrangement with Mercedes and that a takeover is out of the question.
Williams’ press office has assured GPblog that “The rumours that Williams Racing is up for sale are inaccurate. We are open to any discussions regarding the supply of engines with manufacturers from 2026 when the new engine regulations come in. We are happy with our relationship with Mercedes and appreciate all their efforts.” That being said, there is still the possibility of a collaboration or sponsorship arrangement.
Porsche’s Formula E Instagram account was reset from the ground up during the weekend, with only a single video being uploaded. Fans of the brand were teased with this video’s existence, and some viewers dug deeper into the video’s remaining frames.
Ferrari driver academy announces new lineup
The FDA has unveiled their 2023 lineup, which will feature eight drivers, two of whom are new additions to the team. Ferrari’s junior programme will see both Arthur Leclerc and Oliver Bearman through to their FIA Formula Two debuts.
European Formula Regional racers Rafael Camara and Maya Weug – the Academy’s first female recruit – and F4 driver James Wharton are all remaining with the FDA despite Beganovic’s promotion to FIA F3 this season.
Both 2022 FIA Girls on Track Rising Stars champion Aurelia Nobels and 2023 FDA Scouting World Finals champion Tuukka Taponen have been added to Ferrari’s fresh intake for the next Formula 4 season.
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