Jan.31 Audi's Formula 1 boss has warned that the first couple of campaigns tackled by the Volkswagen-owned carmaker will be 'tough'. Swiss-based Sauber, set to compete with the Alfa Romeo name for the last time this year, has a new title sponsor (Stake) and Group CEO in the form of Andreas Seidl for 2023. Alessandro Alunni Bravi will be the ‘team representative' at grands prix this season, and the Hinwil-based company has now confirmed the first phase of Audi's acquisition of the team. Sauber said Audi has 'acquired a minority stake', which Auto Motor und Sport speculates is an initial 25 percent ahead of an eventual 75pc takeover by 2026. Current team owner Finn Rausing is expected...
Full Story »