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Sauber team representative and managing director Alessandro Alunni Bravi is to leave at the end of January, after eight years with the team. Alunni Bravi (pictured at left, above with Racing Direct…
After eight years with the team, Sauber team representative and managing director Alessandro Alunni Bravi is set to depart at the end of January. Alunni Bravi first joined Sauber in 2017 as a board member and general counsel, later taking on the managing director role three years ago. He also became the team representative as Sauber transitioned to Stake and eventually to the Audi works team. In a statement, Alunni Bravi expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent the team and thanked everyone for their support during his time at Sauber.
Alunni Bravi faced challenges during Stake’s tough start in 2024, amidst changes in leadership within the company. Sauber Motorsport COO and CTO Mattia Binotto praised Alunni Bravi as a team player who embodied the essence of Sauber. His departure marks the second Formula 1 leadership change in January, following Mike Krack’s shift at Aston Martin, indicating significant restructuring ahead of the 2026 regulations. This transition period allows new leaders to establish control before potential competitive shake-ups in the upcoming season.
