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Sauber to Race as 'Kick Sauber' at Dutch GP Under Gambling Ad Rules

The team will strip Stake logos to comply with the Netherlands' ban on promoting online gambling at sporting events.

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Overview

  • Sauber confirmed it will enter the Zandvoort weekend under the temporary name Kick Sauber.
  • Stake branding will be removed from the cars and from the race suits of Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto.
  • The change follows stricter Dutch regulations enforced by the Kansspelautoriteit that prohibit gambling advertising in sports sponsorships.
  • Sauber said it complies with all local and global regulations and emphasized the adjustment is a localized measure.
  • The team made a similar branding switch for the Belgian Grand Prix and arrives seventh in the standings after a six‑race points streak.