Past from its technical staff Aston Martin is from noon on Wednesday (05/01) o Otmar Schaffnauer.
In recent months there has been intense gossip that the 57-year-old American was close to leaving the British team, something that was finally confirmed, thus leaving his position in the team after 12 years of presence.
However, the experienced racing director is not going to stay away from the Formula 1 field for a long time, as according to reports he is close to agreement with Alpine.
“Otmar Schaffnauer has left the company and until a replacement is appointed, the management of the Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One Team will cover his duties.
We want to thank him for the services he provided to the team over the past 12 years and wish him all the best for the future, where he will undoubtedly take on new challenges.
Fortunately, we have very capable executives in our management and we have the comfort of time to consider our options before announcing the new team structure. “The team’s focus is on preparing the most competitive car possible for the start of the 2022 season,” said the announcement of Aston Martin.
BREAKING: Otmar Szafnauer departs Aston Martin# F1 pic.twitter.com/N3wfkW6j1L
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