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Audi set to confirm F1 plans at Belgian GP

Aug.24 Spa-Francorchamps this weekend could be the scene of Audi's confirmation that the VW-owned German luxury carmaker is indeed entering Formula 1 in 2026. Sources report that Audi looks likely to finally announce that it is taking over Swiss-based Sauber with a majority buyout of the team currently known as Alfa Romeo. It is believed the chassis will continue to be developed at Hinwil, with the Audi engine then produced on German soil. Former FIA safety director Adam Baker, an Australian, is tipped to be a leading Audi official for the Formula 1 project. F1 legend Gerhard Berger, however, denied that he played an instrumental role in guiding the negotiations between Audi and Sauber....
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