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Gabriel Bortoleto lauds former Audi team boss Jonathan Wheatley for his contributions but expresses no surprise over his exit, announced last week for “personal reasons.” Many speculate Wheatley is headed to Aston Martin to replace Adrian Newey. While the timing raised eyebrows, Bortoleto reveals there’s clarity within Audi amid the chaos outside. “I’m not surprised,” he states. The Brazilian acknowledges the abrupt nature of the departure but holds no disappointment. “He spoke really good things about me, so I’m grateful,” he says, reflecting on their brief interactions. Meanwhile, teammate Nico Hulkenberg remains indifferent, asserting, “It’s not a setback. We have strong leadership with Mattia.” Both drivers emphasize that Audi remains on track despite the unexpected change. Wheatley’s tenure may be over, but the team’s focus and structure endure.
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