Wheatley turning pressure ‘into something positive’ for Audi arrival

Jonathan Wheatley, the new Team Principal at Kick Sauber, is embracing the challenge of leading the squad into its 2026 transition to Audi. Having joined in April after a distinguished 19-year tenure as Sporting Director at Red Bull, Wheatley feels re-energized by his new role. He views the immense pressure of the Audi works outfit project as a positive force, aiming to utilize it as energetic momentum. Wheatley emphasizes immersing himself in the team's culture and processes, bringing a "cultural philosophy" rather than simply transplanting procedures from his previous team. With Nico Hülkenberg securing a maiden podium at Silverstone, the young team is already showing promising signs under his leadership.