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Audi is preparing for its new F1 venture next year and has already spoken about the possibility of luring four-time champion Max Verstappen to the team.
Audi team principal Jonathan Wheatley has expressed interest in recruiting Max Verstappen to the team in the upcoming years, as the German manufacturer prepares to join Formula 1 for the first time next year under new regulations. Wheatley, formerly with Red Bull, is overseeing the squad’s operations, including the development of their own power unit. Audi unveiled a concept livery for their debut season during an event earlier this week. Wheatley, who has a history of success with Verstappen, shared his desire to see the Dutch driver in an Audi car in the future. Although Audi currently has Hulkenberg and Bortoleto signed for next year, the team aims to compete for F1 championships by 2030, potentially attracting Verstappen when his Red Bull contract ends in 2028. Wheatley acknowledges his longstanding relationship with Verstappen and his team but knows that friendship alone may not secure a seat for the four-time champion at Audi at this moment.
