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Formula 1 and Hot Wheels Are Hiring a ‘Tiniest Team Principal’ for Kids Ages 5–10

Formula 1 and Hot Wheels Are Hiring a ‘Tiniest Team Principal’ for Kids Ages 5–10

Summary

Mattel and Formula 1 are holding a contest to find the "Tiniest Team Principal," a role for children aged 5 to 10 who love Formula 1 and Hot Wheels. Winners from the US, UK, and Mexico will visit Hot Wheels headquarters, design their own Hot Wheels F1 car, and attend a Formula 1 Grand Prix event.

Key Facts

  • The contest is open to kids aged 5 to 10 from the US, UK, and Mexico.
  • Parents or guardians must submit a video showing why their child should win.
  • Video entries can include custom track designs, race predictions, or team management ideas.
  • The submission period is from May 20 to June 16, 2026; winners announced on June 23.
  • Winners and their families will visit Hot Wheels headquarters in California.
  • Winners get to design a Hot Wheels Formula 1 die-cast car and become brand ambassadors.
  • The prize includes attending a Formula 1 Grand Prix in their home country (Austin, Silverstone, or Mexico City).
  • The judging panel includes Formula 1 President Stefano Domenicali, F1 champion Jenson Button, and Mattel executives.
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