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Ex-F1 team boss Otmar Szafnauer has taken on a new role with single-seater outfit Van Amersfoort Racing.
Former Aston Martin and Alpine Formula 1 team principal Otmar Szafnauer has taken on the role of CEO and managing partner at Van Amersfoort Racing.
Szafnauer’s new position will involve overseeing the performance of Van Amersfoort Racing’s junior categories, particularly Formula 2 and Formula 3.
Despite his extensive experience in F1, this move is unexpected and puts Szafnauer in control of the team that helped launch Max Verstappen’s career.
Szafnauer expressed excitement about working with Van Amersfoort Racing’s leadership to shape the team’s future.
Van Amersfoort Racing team principal Brad Joyce highlighted Szafnauer’s expertise as a valuable addition to the organization.
Previously successful with Force India and Racing Point, Szafnauer’s stint at Alpine was short-lived due to performance issues within the team.
