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Audi Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley has revealed the team’s championship targets as it heads into its full-time F1 debut in 2026.
Audi Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley has outlined the team’s championship goals for its upcoming full-time Formula 1 debut in 2026 with Sauber transitioning into a works Audi team.
Audi will make its debut in the sport directly, with its predecessor Auto Union racing in F1 in the 1930s.
Wheatley, known for his role in Red Bull’s success, is leading the new venture alongside ex-Ferrari Team Principal Mattia Binotto.
The team presented its concept livery this week, featuring drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto, looking to compete for championship titles by 2030.
Sauber’s recent improvements signal hope for the future, with Wheatley aiming to maintain the current momentum towards becoming title contenders.
Binotto is optimistic about the developments with Audi’s 2026 car and the challenge posed by the new regulations.
