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Sauber has announced that Stefano Sordo has been appointed the side’s Formula 1 Performance Director as it increases its preparations to morph into Audi in 2026. Audi is gearing up to venture into the series for the first time as a works entrant once brand-new technical regulations, which were released last week, are introduced. The […]
Audi is getting ready to enter the series as a factory team following the release of new technical regulations. The team in Hinwil has created a new position of Performance Director, which will be filled by Sordo who will report to Technical Director James Key. Sordo has a strong motorsport background, having previously worked at McLaren and Red Bull before transitioning to RLL Racing in the USA. The team is gearing up for Audi’s debut in F1, with Sordo expressing excitement about the challenges and ambitious goals ahead. Sauber has struggled in the current season with their redesigned C44 car, leading to the appointment of Stefano as Performance Director to help elevate the team’s performance and prepare for the upcoming Audi venture.
