It's been a tough season for Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber. The longstanding outfit, formerly known as Alfa Romeo, is last in the Formula One standings with zero points.

Sauber have confirmed Brazil's Gabriel Bortoleto will drive in 2025 alongside Nico Hulkenberg as the team prepares to transition to Audi for 2026.

Brazilian driver Gabriel Bortoleto partners Nico Hulkenberg to complete Sauber's 2025 lineup. Valterri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu to part ways with the Zurich-based team.

The Audi-owned Sauber Formula 1 team has signed Brazilian driver Gabriel Bortoleto for the upcoming 2025 season. The 20-year-old, who is currently leading the Formula 2 championship, will team up with experienced German driver Nico Hulkenberg.

Sauber also confirmed Zhou Guanyu’s departure, ensuring a fresh start for the team with two new drivers in 2025, including Nico Hulkenberg

Sauber have confirmed neither Valtteri Bottas nor Zhou Guanyu will continue with the team next season, that followed by a cryptic “who’s ready to know” post on X. Sauber will field an all-new driver line-up next season,

Valtteri Bottas to leave Sauber at end of F1 season - Sauber also confirmed Zhou Guanyu’s departure, ensuring a fresh start for the team in 2025