Audi has reaffirmed its dedication to becoming a member of the Formulation 1 grid in 2026 by finishing a full takeover of the Sauber staff.
Audi introduced in August 2022 its plans to enter a works staff to the game from 2026, earlier than taking on 25 per cent of present participant Sauber six months later.
There had initially been hypothesis that Audi would finally up the stake to 75 per cent, however the German firm introduced on Friday that it has now acquired full possession of the staff.
Audi head of technical growth Oliver Hoffmann has been made the corporate’s board’s basic consultant for the staff, placing him above chief govt Andreas Seidl, who continues his position with Sauber, within the administration construction.
“I am convinced that by bundling responsibilities and taking over 100 per cent of Sauber Group, we will further accelerate our preparations for the launch in 2026,” Hoffman mentioned in a press release.
“I am pleased we were able to secure the services of Andreas Seidl as Audi F1 Team CEO. He is exactly the right man for our ambitious plan. Thanks to his broad experience from leadership roles on the manufacturer and Formula 1 team side, he will make a significant contribution to Audi’s Formula 1 project.”
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Sky Sports activities F1’s stay Saudi Arabian GP schedule
Friday March 8
- 4.10pm: Saudi Arabian GP Qualifying build-up
- 5pm: SAUDI ARABIAN GP QUALIFYING
Saturday March 9
- 12pm: F1 Academy Race 2
- 1.20pm: F2 Function Race
- 3.30pm: Saudi Arabian GP build-up: Grand Prix Saturday
- 5pm: THE SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX
- 7pm: Saudi Arabian GP response: Chequered flag
- 9.30pm: Saudi Arabian GP highlights
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