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Charles Leclerc thinks that ex-Ferrari boss Mattia Binotto can use experience from his time leading the team in his new role heading Sauber/Audi’s Formula 1 venture. Audi revealed last month that Binotto has been appointed Sauber Motorsport’s Chief Operating and Chief Technical Officer to oversee the marque’s F1 arrival in 2026. Sauber explained that the […]
Audi recently announced that Binotto will lead Sauber Motorsport as Chief Operating and Chief Technical Officer for their F1 debut in 2026, replacing Seidl and Hoffmann to speed up the Audi integration. Sauber has had a challenging season, still yet to score in the Constructors’ Championship. Binotto, previously with Ferrari until 2022, brings his wealth of F1 experience to the Swiss team that helped Leclerc in his debut season. Leclerc believes Binotto’s past learnings will benefit Sauber significantly, while RB Team Principal Mekies expects Sauber to be a more competitive force under Binotto’s leadership. Former Sauber head Vasseur praised Binotto’s successes at Ferrari and wishes him the best in his new role. Audi also revealed the hiring of Red Bull’s Jonathan Wheatley as their new Team Principal for 2025.
