Zehnder, one of the team's longest-serving figures, joined Sauber Motorsport in 1988 and remained with the Swiss organisation through its transition from sportscar racing to Formula 1 and, more recently, its transformation into Audi's factory team. His departure forms part…

Audi Revolut F1 Team has announced that longtime official Beat Zehnder will leave the organization at the end of December 2026. His exit marks the end of a 39-year tenure at the Hinwil-based operation, coming as the team restructures ahead of the 2027 Formula 1 season. Audi has not yet revealed specific details regarding the structural changes or named a successor.
Zehnder originally joined Sauber Motorsport in 1988, contributing to sportscar triumphs before transitioning to Formula 1 in 1993. Over his extensive career, which included roles as Team Manager and Director of Signature Programs & Operations, Zehnder attended 601 consecutive Grands Prix across the team's eras as Sauber, BMW Sauber, Alfa Romeo, and Audi.
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