Reportage: Karl Wendlinger, the forgotten ‘Golden Boy’ of Sauber

Reportage: Karl Wendlinger, the forgotten ‘Golden Boy’ of Sauber

In 1989 Sauber-Mercedes selects three young drivers for its junior team in the World Sportscar Championship: Michael Schumacher, Heinz-Harald Frentzen, and Karl Wendlinger. One becomes a seven-time F1 world champion, another a multiple Grand Prix winner. The third barely survives the pitch-black year of Formula 1, but his dream breaks in the bud.

Read more Kimi Antonelli says: ‘Max is not only a great driver but also a great person’

Continue reading immediately with My Magazines

Experience Formula 1 up close. We are present at all GPs and bring you unique content, the best images, and exclusive interviews with Max Verstappen. Starting from just 1 euro per week.
  • All digital editions of FORMULA 1 Magazine + 25 other top magazines, including Helden Magazine, Fiets Magazine, and Procycling.
  • Immediately after each race, an exclusive digital special.
  • To share with 2 other Formula 1 enthusiasts (via the My Magazines app)
Subscribe now

Already a subscriber? Then log in and continue reading.

Translated from

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *