Nico Hülkenberg finished seventh in Las Vegas after a strong tyre-management drive, while teammate Gabriel Bortoleto retired on lap one after misjudging his braking and triggering a collision. The result brings Sauber within five points of Haas with two races left.
Audi has unveiled the R26 Concept that previews its 2026 Formula 1 car, marking the start of a long term programme aimed at becoming a title contender by 2030.
Nico Hulkenberg hasn’t scored points since Silverstone. Sauber team principal Jonathan Wheatley says the slump is temporary and reflects the competitive midfield battle.




