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RacingNews365 sat down with Stake team principal Jonathan Wheatley, who explained what the Audi F1 project needs to do over the coming months, and what it is hoping to achieve.
Stake boss Jonathan Wheatley acknowledges the immense challenge Hinwil-based squad faces transitioning to Audi F1 team but finds the project “exciting” despite the scale of work ahead. The former Sauber entry will transform into a factory team, raising expectations after a disappointing previous season. With Hulkenberg and Bortoleto’s performance lifting Stake to eighth in the constructors’ standings, Wheatley emphasizes the tough road ahead as Audi takes control of the power unit supply. Despite the hardships, Wheatley remains optimistic, aiming for race wins and championships by the end of the decade by leveraging his and Mattia Binotto’s combined knowledge. The team’s growth, from a humble motorhome presence to a potential powerhouse in F1, symbolizes their ambitious journey towards success.
