P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The latest piece in the growing puzzle for Audi as it advances towards being in F1 in 2026.
Audi’s decision to join F1 in 2026 has led to the hiring of Stefano Sordo, an aerodynamics expert known for his role in Red Bull and Sebastian Vettel’s successful era in the sport from 2010 to 2013. Sordo will serve as the performance director at Sauber, which is currently operating under the Stake name until Audi takes over in 2026. With experience at Red Bull, Toro Rosso, McLaren, and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, Sordo brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to his new role. Sauber Group CEO Andreas Seidl praised Sordo’s track record and expects him to improve the team’s technical operations to boost performance as they prepare for the Audi F1 team debut. Sordo is committed to helping Sauber reach new heights and is confident in the team’s ability to achieve ambitious goals as they enter this new chapter with Audi.
