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Ex-Sauber CEO Andreas Seidl was attempting to install Aston Martin boss Mike Krack as Audi’s Formula 1 Team Principal before his departure, according to a report. Seidl vacated his position as McLaren boss in December 2022 to lead Sauber Motorsport as the group’s F1 side prepares to evolve into a works Audi entrant in 2026. […]
Andreas Seidl left McLaren in December 2022 to join Sauber Motorsport for the transition to become a works Audi team in 2026. However, Seidl and Chief Representative Oliver Hoffmann recently left Audi following a management restructuring. Former Ferrari Team Principal Mattia Binotto is now in charge of Sauber Motorsport and leading Audi’s planned entry into Formula 1. Sauber’s decision to accelerate the transition into Audi was made to meet upcoming technical rule changes. Aston Martin, under the leadership of Otmar Szafnauer, aimed to challenge for titles, but has faced setbacks and is now fifth in the Constructors’ standings. Despite challenges, Aston Martin remains hopeful as it makes new technical hires and expands its facilities.
