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Nico Hulkenberg will join the Audi Formula 1 project by moving to Stake in 2025 on a multi-year deal, bringing an end to his time racing for Haas. Haas signed Hulkenberg ahead of the 2023 season af…
In 2025, Nico Hulkenberg will be joining the Audi Formula 1 project by moving to Stake on a multi-year deal, marking the end of his time with Haas. Hulkenberg, who had been out of a full-time Formula 1 seat for three years, impressed with strong performances, particularly in qualifying. His success this year, including three point-scoring results in the first five races, made him a key target for Audi when they begin as a full constructor in 2026. Hulkenberg expressed his excitement in returning to Audi and representing a German manufacturer in Formula 1, highlighting the honor it is for him. Andreas Seidl, the future Audi F1 CEO, emphasized Hulkenberg’s importance in the team’s development, citing his experience, speed, and commitment to teamwork as vital assets. This reunion between Hulkenberg and Seidl also hints at the departure of at least one current Stake driver and potential new signings like Carlos Sainz joining the Audi project after his Ferrari contract concludes.
