They have a lot of things pending to finalise once they're given the go, and the sooner the better."Īndretti going "all in" for a European-based operation "It will be as important as ever to receive as quickly as possible. Now, the undertaking becomes bigger, because you have to build up, build a team, the objective of being on track in 2024. They've been working on this flat out since the other opportunities, as far as buying an existing team, dried up. "Michael and his group, they're committed to the project. If there's any more, they're ready to listen. "The application, everything, is in hands, and so far, they have met the requirements. "I thought I would put it out because it's in play," Andretti explained from his Pennsylvania office, shortly after revealing the news. (NASCAR image)Īndretti is considered by many to be the greatest driver in the history of motorsports, having been named Co-Driver of Century by the Associated Press in 1999.Andretti's plans to enter Formula 1 are "solid and real"įollowing his social media post, the elder Andretti took time to update on his son's plans, which he has described as "very solid and real". “His victory here in 1967 has grown to legendary status and is truly one of the most significant moments in the history of the speedway and our community.” Mario Andretti celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the 1967 Daytona 500. “Mario is part of an exclusive club of champions at the ‘World Center of Racing’ and arguably has the most recognizable name in the entire history of auto racing.”
“It’s an honor to host Mario Andretti for the DAYTONA 500,” Daytona International Speedway President Chip Wile said. 11 Holman-Moody Ford will be on display on DAYTONA 500 Weekend in the UNOH Fanzone. In addition, a replica of Andretti’s 1967 DAYTONA 500-winning No. Andretti and Daytona International Speedway will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of his epic 1967 DAYTONA 500 triumph throughout Speedweeks 2017.Īs part of his Honorary Race Official duties for “The Great American Race,” Andretti will be introduced at the drivers’ meeting, participate in pre-race ceremonies, ride in one of the parade cars and take part in question-and-answer sessions in fan hospitality areas and the UNOH Fanzone.
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