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There is “great energy” at Sauber after a strong run of results in recent races.
Sauber’s resurgence in the middle of the 2025 Formula 1 season is seen as a positive sign for its future as the factory Audi team, stated team boss Jonathan Wheatley. The team initially struggled with the slowest car on the grid and adapting to a new driver line-up of Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto. However, recent updates have significantly improved their performance, resulting in a string of points finishes, including a podium at Silverstone for Hulkenberg, the team’s first in over a decade. Sauber currently stands a strong sixth in the championship, with Wheatley acknowledging that while regular podium finishes may still be a challenge, their progress and engineering capabilities bode well for the future. The team’s ability to develop performance upgrades toward the end of technical regulations showcases their dedication and potential success as they prepare to transition into Audi’s factory team in 2026.
