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Audi Team Principal Allan McNish has asked for his team to be judged on performance at the end of 2026, following a disastrous F1 Miami GP.
Audi Racing Director Allan McNish is requesting that his team be evaluated based on their performance at the conclusion of 2026, in the aftermath of a calamitous Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.
Audi faced a disastrous weekend in Miami, grappling with reliability issues that nullified the intended progress from upgrades applied to the R26.
On Saturday, Nico Hulkenberg’s car broke down en route to the grid for the Sprint Race, while Gabriel Bortoleto was subsequently disqualified for a technical infraction.
Sunday’s Grand Prix didn’t fare better, with Hulkenberg struggling due to a technical problem after contact with Carlos Sainz’s Williams.
Despite the setbacks, Team Principal Allan McNish is urging for patience in assessing the team, with substantial upgrades slated for Canada and highlighting the positive aspects of the R26 overall.
McNish’s confidence in Audi remains steadfast, acknowledging the challenges ahead as they aim to make strides in their inaugural year in Formula 1.
