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F1 team waves goodbye to the sport with emotional farewell
The Sauber F1 team has announced their farewell to the sport as Audi prepares to relaunch the team in 2026.
Audi will take over Sauber from 2026, forming the Audi Revolut F1 Team with bases in the UK, Germany, and Switzerland.
Team principal Jonathan Wheatley will continue to lead the project with drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto confirmed for the upcoming season.
In a recent social media post, the team paid tribute to Sauber’s history and drivers, including Sebastian Vettel and Felipe Massa.
Audi will reveal their new F1 livery and 2026 car on January 20 in Berlin, signaling a fresh start for the team.
Sauber, now with Audi backing, aims to build on their past successes, including a memorable victory at the 2008 Canadian Grand Prix.
