Rumors have been speculating of a new Formula 1 Team heading into 2024. After recent news that Andretti’s bid of to join the gird in 2024 has failed, speculation on who is going to be the next team to enter Formula 1 has been riled up. After a recent press conference, CEO Katsuya Nakanishi has announced that Mitsubishi will enter into the sport of Formula 1 heading into the 2024 season as F1’s latest team.
A statement by Katsuya Nakanishi states; “The decision wasn’t easy, however our facilities have improved and we are prepared to put everything in on the line. Mitsubishi is an incredible company and it will be our duty to become a success in Formula 1. However this will take time. Entering the sport of Formula 1 will be difficult at first, however with the right staff and drivers I am positive the team will be a success!”
Days after the recent news that Mitsubishi will join the grid in 2024, a recent statement from Visa Cash App RB’s Team Principle Laurent Mekies has announced that Yuki Tsunoda will be leaving the RB family. Following this a statement from Mitsubishi states that Yuki Tsunoda will drive for the Japanese team.
Yuki Tsunoda stated in recent interviews; “It will be an honor to race for the Japanese based team. I see this as a new journey and a new start to something great for my career.”
After the recent news, Mitsubishi was able to snatch Mattia Spini from the Visa Cash App RB team to continue partnering with Yuki Tsunoda heading into the 2024 season.