The McLaren Racing CEO has taken a clear stance against the prospect of Mercedes acquiring a shareholding in a second Formula 1 team. While the position of Racing Bulls has been tolerated due to a structure that dates back two decades, Brown believes this model should not be allowed to spread over the medium to long term.
Zak Brown has reportedly sent a six-page letter to Mohammed Ben Sulayem outlining his concerns over common ownership of multiple teams competing in the Formula One World Championship. The issue is not new, but it has returned to the spotlight in recent weeks following reports that Mercedes is interested in acquiring the 24 percent minority stake in Alpine that investment fund Otro Capital is understood to be preparing to sell.
