Audi's Jonathan Wheatley exits amid Aston Martin team principal speculation
Audi team principal Jonathan Wheatley has departed, fueling speculation of a move to Aston Martin. Such a shift would enable Adrian Newey to concentrate on technical challenges, potentially stabilizing the team after a season with zero finishes for either driver.
Audi has confirmed Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley is leaving the team, citing personal reasons, clearing a potential path for him to join the struggling Aston Martin F1 team. The move would reunite Wheatley with former Red Bull colleague Adrian Newey and allow Newey to focus solely on technical leadership at Aston Martin, which has endured a disastrous start to the 2026 season.
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