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Audi is heading towards its F1 race debut in 2026 when it will take over the Sauber-run Stake squad.
Audi has announced further changes to its F1 team structure as it prepares for its inaugural season on the grid.
The project CEO, Adam Baker, has left the team by mutual agreement, with Christian Foyer taking over as the chief operating officer.
Mattia Binotto has been appointed as the head of the Audi F1 project, overseeing development activities at key facilities.
Audi AG CEO, Gernot Dollner, expressed gratitude towards Baker for his past contributions and welcomed Foyer as an expert in F1 powertrain development.
Binotto will lead the overall development, while Jonathan Wheatley will manage operations trackside as the new team principal.
These changes reflect a strategic shift within Audi’s F1 team to optimize efficiency and speed in preparation for their debut season.
