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Hulkenberg set for Audi switch after Haas departure revealed
Audi is preparing for its official entry into Formula 1 as a works team from 2026, with the German driver Nico Hulkenberg being a key target along with Carlos Sainz. Hulkenberg is believed to have committed to a future with Audi, while Sainz is also considering other options. It is expected that Hulkenberg will be leaving his current team, Haas, at the end of the season to join Sauber, which will soon be rebranded as Audi. The team principal of Haas, Ayao Komatsu, thanked Hulkenberg for his contributions and praised his performance in the VF-24 this season. With Hulkenberg’s departure, there is speculation that Ferrari reserve driver Oliver Bearman could join Haas next year. The driver lineup for Sauber in 2025 remains uncertain, with Sainz being a potential target but waiting to see how the situation at other teams evolves.
