Sauber CEO Alessandro Alunni Bravi has been appointed team representative for the Alfa Romeo Formula 1 team — a role similar to the traditional team principal.
Former CEO and team principal Fred Vasseur left Alfa Romeo late last year to join Ferrari, with McLaren team principal Andreas Seidl joining the team as Sauber Group CEO.
Alunni Bravi will work below Seidl in the new structure and alongside the group’s engineering and operations heads.
The Sauber Group-run team is entering a phase of transformation as their Alfa Romeo naming deal ends at the end of this season and German carmaker Audi will take over before they officially enter F1 next year. 2026.
Alunni Bravi, Seidl’s first appointee since joining as CEO, will act as the team’s official representative on race weekends and off-track.
“I want to thank Andreas and our shareholders for their trust, and I want to reiterate my commitment to do my best to meet their expectations and represent the team in a good way. as much as possible,” said Alunni Bravi. “It has been a tremendous privilege to continue working with such an incredible group of people who have helped me integrate into the Sauber Group over the years: what they have given me during this time. will help me fulfill this mission and represent the team in accordance with our shared vision and our goals.
“I am fully aware of the work ahead and the challenges we face: I approach this task with humility, knowing that I am part of a strong team that will get the job done and with belief that we have everything we need for a successful future.”
Seidl added: “I am delighted to confirm the appointment of Alessandro Alunni Bravi to the role of team representative, in addition to his current duties as Group chief executive. motorsport has equipped him with all the tools he needs to succeed, and his deep knowledge of the team, of which he has been a member for over 5 years, will ensure his success. stable and continuous in our development.
“Having Alessandro represent the team in the Formula 1 championship will allow me to focus on growing the Group and prepare for the challenges and opportunities that await us. I thank Alessandro for his belief. his vision into our vision and I welcome him to this additional position: I am I believe this is another valuable addition to a very strong team, from the drivers to Our management team, down to every single one of our employees, is capable of building on last year’s success and creating a bright future for Sauber.”
