Formula One Management is reversing its staunch opposition to Andretti Global becoming F1’s 11th team. The championship’s organizer is close to approving the entry of the General Motors-backed bid for the 2026 season,

Andretti could not get approval from F1 to enter. But the situation changed in September when he reduced his role with his namesake organization.

The shift reportedly involves Michael Andretti stepping back, with General Motors (GM) taking a more prominent role in the project. Liberty Media CEO Greg Maffei’s departure also appears to have played a role in clearing hurdles for the new team’s entry.