Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber have been forced to make a change for the Dutch Grand Prix due to a shake-up in advertising laws.
The Swiss team, more typically known as Stake F1, switched its name in 2023 as part of an ownership deal with the cryptocurrency-based casino.
The team owned by Peter Sauber joined with Stake, which was founded in 2017, before launching Kick in 2023, giving the team its bright green livery, but they will be forced to change for the upcoming race.
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Stake F1 must now change its name to comply with the advertising laws in the Netherlands, the laws ban sponsorships of gambling firms, meaning that Stake cannot be displayed anywhere on the team for the weekend.
The team will not be able to use Stake branding
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A similar situation occurred during last season's Belgium Grand Prix, where the team was also unable to promote Stake.
Celebrity stars, including rapper Drake, have endorsed the betting company, which also sponsors Premier League side Everton, footballing icon Sergio Aguero, and the UFC.
Kick in the meantime has emerged as Twitch’s leading rival, where streamers broadcast live and interact with viewers who donate money to the streamer.
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This year’s Dutch Grand Prix will be the penultimate time that drivers will get to take on the iconic Zandvoort circuit, as it was announced in December that 2026 will be the last race in the Netherlands.
The Zandvoort track returned to the calendar after a 36-year absence in 2021 when Max Verstappen won his home grand prix, and then went on to win the following two, before Lando Norris won last year’s race.
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F1 will leave the iconic circuit in 2026
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The decision to leave Zandvoort is down to financial issues with hosting the race, despite ticket sales coming from fans wanting to support home hero Verstappen.
Dutch Grand Prix director Robert van Overdijk said: "We are a privately owned and operated business, and we must balance the opportunities presented by continuing to host the event against other risks and responsibilities.
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"We have decided to go out on a high with two more incredible Dutch Grands Prix in 2025 and 2026.
"We wanted to take this step while our event is adored and supported by passionate fans, residents, and the Formula 1 community."
The cars will take to the track for the penultimate time at the circuit next weekend as F1 returns from the summer break.