Jonathan Wheatley Joins Sauber F1 Team Early

Jonathan Wheatley will begin his role as team principal of the Sauber F1 team on April 1, 2025, ahead of schedule due to a mutual agreement with Red Bull for his early release. Wheatley, who previously served as Red Bull's sporting director, will be Sauber's first formal team principal since Fred Vasseur's departure in 2023. His appointment aligns with Sauber's transition towards becoming Audi's works team, set to be fully operational by 2026. Concurrently, Alessandro Alunni Bravi, who has held various key positions within Sauber since 2017, will leave the team at the end of January to pursue new opportunities. Bravi expressed gratitude for his time with the team, emphasizing its growth and resilience during his tenure. The leadership changes at Sauber underscore the team's preparations for a new competitive era in Formula 1.