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Hulkenberg to join Sauber in 2025 ahead of Audi F1 entry
Nico Hulkenberg is leaving the Haas team at the end of the 2024 season, with plans to join Sauber in 2025 on a multi-year deal prior to Audi’s F1 entry in 2026. Hulkenberg expressed his excitement about competing for Audi, a German manufacturer making its Formula 1 debut. Andreas Seidl, Audi F1 CEO, praised Hulkenberg’s speed, experience, and teamwork, underlining his importance in the team’s transformation. Additionally, Audi has offered a seat to Carlos Sainz, while Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu are expected to leave Sauber at the end of the year. Ferrari reserve driver Oliver Bearman is rumored to replace Hulkenberg at Haas, as both teams prepare for the upcoming regulations changes in 2026.
