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Audi Keeps 2027 Drivers, Dismisses Sainz Rumors, Eyes 2030 Title

8/10/2026

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Audi chief Mattia Binotto announced the 2027 driver lineup of Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto will remain unchanged.
Binotto said rumors linking Carlos Sainz to Audi indicate the project’s credibility is improving.
Sainz, who joined Williams in 2025 and has not scored since the 2026 Montreal race, will decide his future during the summer break.
Binotto set Audi’s championship target for 2030.

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Audi chief Mattia Binotto announced the 2027 driver lineup of Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto will remain unchanged.
Binotto said rumors linking Carlos Sainz to Audi indicate the project’s credibility is improving.
Sainz, who joined Williams in 2025 and has not scored since the 2026 Montreal race, will decide his future during the summer break.
Binotto set Audi’s championship target for 2030.