David Croft praises Cadillac's no-excuses approach after F1 Hungarian GP

Motorsport commentator David Croft has commended Cadillac's new Formula 1 team for their resolute approach, amidst a tough start to the 2026 season at the Hungarian Grand Prix. The American team, which joined F1 as the 11th member in 2026, is powered by Ferrari engines and features drivers Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas. Initially, the team had modest expectations, focusing on long-term stability rather than immediate race results.

However, the first half of the season has been fraught with challenges for Cadillac, primarily due to reliability issues. The Hungarian Grand Prix saw both Perez and Bottas retire during the race after their brakes caught fire. While some observers suggested that the motorsport community should extend understanding to the fledgling team, Croft argued that Cadillac will not accept such leniency.

During an interview on the Sky Sports F1 Show, Croft noted that team members expressed disappointment over Bottas's brakes failure in Budapest. He emphasized that Cadillac's attitude contrasts with the idea of being "cut some slack" because of their novice status. Instead, his sources revealed that they are determined to dig deep and identify the root cause of the issue, vowing to fix it, regardless of the difficulty.

Croft believes this tenacious attitude is commendable and a key trait to watch in Formula 1. He expressed hope that the team's resolve will help them overcome future challenges, particularly in demanding tracks like Singapore and Malaysia.