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New Sauber Motorsport boss Mattia Binotto says there are a number of drivers in contention for a 2025 seat with Stake and would not rule out a chance for Formula 2 champion Theo Pourchaire, who has…
New Sauber Motorsport boss Mattia Binotto is considering several drivers for a 2025 seat with Stake, including Formula 2 champion Theo Pourchaire and McLaren’s F2 rookie Gabriel Bortoleto. Binotto, who has taken on the roles of COO and CTO at Sauber, will be joined by Red Bull’s Jonathan Wheatley as team principal next year. As Stake has the only remaining vacant seat outside of the Red Bull program, both Pourchaire and Bortoleto are strong contenders for the position. Binotto emphasized that the decision will be based on the drivers’ potential, expertise, and experience, with a focus on both short-term and long-term goals. The team is currently evaluating whether to prioritize an experienced driver or a rookie for the upcoming season, aiming to make a decision soon to solidify the team lineup for the future.
