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Audi set to complete Sauber F1 takeover
Motorsport-Total.com reports that Audi has completed the next phase of its Sauber takeover, appointing Audi board member Oliver Hoffmann as a Sauber director above CEO Andreas Seidl. Audi announced plans to enter F1 with a works team in 2026, but CEO Duesmann’s replacement, Gernot Dollner, is reportedly more skeptical. Hoffmann, a vocal F1 advocate, was initially rumored to be sidelined amid delays in road car models and sluggish sales. Despite speculations, Audi is moving forward with the Sauber acquisition, likely securing 100% ownership. Seidl has confirmed to Sauber employees in Jeddah that Audi’s acquisition is in its final stage, with plans to begin test drives with the new power unit in 2025. Sauber assures that the project is on track, emphasizing strong collaboration with Audi and a focused approach towards the 2026 F1 entry.
