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Gabriel Bortoleto confirms long-term commitment to Audi's F1 team

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Gabriel Bortoleto confirms long-term commitment to Audi's F1 team

Summary

Gabriel Bortoleto has expressed his intention to remain with Audi's F1 team for the long term, stating he has a multi-year deal. The Brazilian driver, who joined the team in 2025, scored 19 points in his rookie season and has added 10 points in 2026, placing him 14th in the championship. Bortoleto described Audi's current season as a learning phase and highlighted that he is excited about the team's future ambitions, which extend beyond 2030. He emphasized his improving performance and ongoing collaboration with teammate Nico Hulkenberg, although he acknowledged uncertainty about Hulkenberg's contract status for next year.

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By the Numbers

•Bortoleto expects to stay with Audi for multiple seasons.
•He scored 10 of Audi's 12 points in 2026.
•Currently sits 14th in the championship standings.
•Highlights include a strong performance at the Belgian Grand Prix.
•Focus on long-term project lasting until at least 2030.

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Gabriel Bortoleto expects to remain at Audi for the long-term, stating that he has a deal with the Swiss-German Formula 1 outfit to cover the next few seasons. The Brazilian joined the team in 2025 for its final season as Sauber and scored 19 points in his rookie year, and across 2026 has scored 10 of Audi's 12 points. As it stands, he sits 14th in the championship - eight points behind Haas' ...Keep reading
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