(GMM) Gabriel Bortoleto (pictured) has highlighted fresh concerns about the complexity of Formula 1’s 2026 regulations – this time over the race start procedure.
Modern-day Audi traces its roots to Audi Automobilwerke, founded by August Horch in 1909 in Zwickau, Germany. In 1932, Audi merged with three other German automobile manufacturers—DKW, Horch, and Wanderer—to form Auto Union.
Gabriel Bortoleto says he is approaching his second Formula 1 season with the same hard-working mindset as his rookie year Gabriel Bortoleto is preparing for his second season in Formula 1.
Audi spent the least amount of time on track at day 1 of this week’s Barcelona shakedown, with Gabriel Bortoleto completing just 27 laps before his R26 came to a halt.
There are moments in racing when the noise fades, and the reality of what’s happening settles in. That’s what hit Bortoleto and the Audi crew when the 2026 car rolled out for its first run.
Audi met its internal target to have a running F1 car ready for the first full week of 2026 - despite Bortoleto's Brazil GP crashes having stretched the
Gabriel Bortoleto reflected on his difficult but unforgettable first Brazilian Grand Prix weekend Gabriel Bortoleto has shared his mixed feelings about his first home grand prix during his rookie season.
A mid-season boost for Sauber allowed Gabriel Bortoleto to show his class rather than see his 2025 Formula 1 debut slip fully under the radar Gabriel Bortoleto may have been the reigning Formula 2 champion, but by making his Formula 1 debut for the struggling Sauber squad the Brazilian's rookie season looked set to go unnoticed.
Gabriel Bortoleto says he is determined to stay grounded in Formula 1 Gabriel Bortoleto is adamant not to let the fame of Formula 1 get to his head, joking that he has told his friends to slap him if he ever changes.
Austrian Formula 1 broadcaster ORF has issued an apology after public backlash over comments made towards Gabriel Bortoleto and his family during its showing of the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
The 2025 São Paulo Grand Prix weekend took a dramatic turn after Gabriel Bortoleto’s crash in the final moments of the Sprint race at Interlagos. The Brazilian rookie’s heavy impact brought the session to an abrupt end, but his team, Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber, quickly confirmed that he escaped uninjured.
The 2025 Brazilian Grand Prix Sprint ended dramatically after Gabriel Bortoleto crashed in the closing moments at Interlagos. His team, Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber, quickly released an official statement confirming that the Brazilian rookie is safe and has been taken to the circuit’s medical centre as a precaution.
With just four races to go, Sauber are in the midst of their most competitive battle in the constructors for some time. Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg lead the charge as the Swiss team battle for 6th in the Championship.
Sauber are getting ready for their final outings under their current name before Audi’s takeover is completed during the winter break. The decision to purchase Sauber was made in 2022, and last year, Binotto was tasked with selecting which drivers would lead Audi into its debut F1 campaign.
Before the 2025 season, Gabriel Bortoleto was far from the most anticipated rookie. Kimi Antonelli grabbed plenty of headlines ahead of his Mercedes debut, whilst Oliver Bearman’s impressive cameos for Ferrari and Haas also created a spotlight.
Oliver Bearman and Gabriel Bortoleto might share a friendship on the Formula 1 grid today, but their beginnings weren’t always amicable. In fact, they didn’t get along before they even met.
The 2025 Saudi Arabian GP served up a hairy moment between mentor and mentee when Sauber’s Gabriel Bortoleto almost squashed the Aston Martin of Fernando Alonso into the wall on the outside of turn one during the 50-lap race.
Gabriel Bortoleto might be in his rookie Formula 1 season with Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber, but he’s not navigating the paddock alone. Quietly guiding him behind the scenes is none other than reigning champion Max Verstappen.
Formula 1 newcomer Gabriel Bortoleto directly addressed Dr Helmut Marko after the Red Bull advisor branded him a 'B-grade' driver in recent media remarks.
One of the two open seats left in the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship grid is now filled. Sauber announced Wednesday that FIA Formula 2 points leader Gabriel Bortoleto will pair with Nico Hulkenberg for the team next season.
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.
Reports indicate that Formula 2 driver Gabriel Bortoleto is poised to sign with the Sauber F1 team, now under Audi's direction as the German automaker advances its plans to complete the team’s takeover by 2026.
Gabriel Bortoleto and Valtteri Bottas are the leading contenders to fill the remaining seat at Sauber. However, it is now understood that Bortoleto has an advantage over the Finn in contract negotiations.