Sauber F1 appoints Mercedes engineer Stefan Strähnz as Programme Director prior to Audi's takeover.

Sauber F1 has appointed Stefan Strähnz, a senior Mercedes engineer, as its new Programme Director ahead of Audi's official takeover. Strähnz, who has over 20 years' experience in F1, will join the team on 1 October and report directly to CEO Andreas Seidl. Strähnz held various engineering roles at Mercedes, before transitioning to technical management and leadership positions.