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Audi failed to get its man in Carlos Sainz, but who should the German squad sign to be Nico Hulkenberg’s team-mate? Let us know in the latest RacingNews365 poll.
The second seat at Stake F1 for the 2025 season remains unconfirmed, with Nico Hulkenberg being the only secured driver so far. The team is shifting focus towards transitioning into Audi for 2026. Carlos Sainz was originally considered to partner Hulkenberg but opted to join Williams. Audi faced challenges with dismissals in key roles in July, raising concerns about the project’s progress. New leadership, such as Mattia Binotto and Jonathan Wheatley, have been well-received. The search for the second driver is narrowing down to options like Valtteri Bottas and Liam Lawson. Gabriel Bortoleto and Theo Pourchaire are also potential candidates, with fans urged to vote on RacingNews365 for the best partner for Hulkenberg.
