Nov.4 (GMM) Peter Sauber should return to the F1 paddock next year, following some minor health problems in 2013.

That is the news of the Swiss team's team boss Monisha Kaltenborn, who was asked by the Russian website f1news.ru to explain the recent absence of the Sauber founder.

"He's alright," Kaltenborn answered.

"There have been a few small problems, he has some difficulty with walking, but generally he is fine.

"He is not planning any more visits to the races this year," added Kaltenborn, referring to Peter Sauber, who is 70.

"But next year, I think he will definitely come back to the paddock."