Sauber has made significant changes to its management structure as it prepares for its transformation into an Audi factory team in 2026. The Swiss squad has appointed former Ferrari Formula 1 strategist Ignacio Rueda as its new Sporting Director, while long-time Sauber head Beat Zehnder has been reassigned to a supervisory role. Other key hires include the return of Giampaolo Dall’Ara as Head of Racing Engineering and the arrival of Stefan Strahnz from Mercedes as Programme Director.
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Carlos Sainz is on the verge of making a decision on his Formula 1 future, with Audi and Williams both making lucrative offers for the Spanish driver’s services. Sainz, whose current Ferrari seat is set to be taken over by Lewis Hamilton, is determined to find a long-term project that can propel him to success in the sport.
As Audi prepares to enter Formula 1 as a works manufacturer in 2026, ex-driver Gerhard Berger has offered a word of caution, advising the German marque to expect a patient journey to the top, similar to the experiences of Red Bull and Ferrari. Berger’s insights underscore the challenges facing Audi and the importance of perseverance in the pursuit of Formula 1 success.
Sauber has announced the appointment of Stefano Battiston as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective June 1, 2024, as the team gears up for its transition into Audi in 2026. This strategic move is part of Sauber’s ongoing preparations to welcome Audi, the German automotive giant, as it makes its debut in the sport.
Sauber has appointed Stefano Sordo as its new Formula 1 Performance Director, a key addition as the team gears up for its transition into an Audi works team in 2026. Sordo, with a wealth of motorsport experience, will report to Technical Director James Key and play a pivotal role in unlocking the team’s performance potential.