Valtteri Bottas: Is the return to Mercedes as a reserve driver?
Valtteri Bottas: Is the return to Mercedes as a reserve driver?
Valtteri Bottas, the Finnish Formula 1 driver, faces an uncertain future after he was not able to get a cockpit for the 2025 season. The driver of Sauber will have to make room for Nico Hülkenberg next season and the promising talent Gabriel Bortoleto. In a courageous step, Sauber decided to renew the driver team under the new guidance of Mattia Binotto, as the team will appear as Audi from 2026. However, Bottas remains optimistic and already looks at 2026, where he sees his chances at the new Formula 1 team Cadillac. "Yes, we spoke. I am not the only one, but of course it's interesting for me," he said when he underlined his interest in a possible participation in the American racing team, such as Berlin Live reported.
another potential: Mercedes
At the same time, Bottas is considering a return to Mercedes as a replacement driver, which could strengthen his position in motorsport. Team boss Toto Wolff is pleased with the opportunity to welcome Bottas to the Mercedes family again, and said that the talks have entered the final phase. "Nothing is signed, but if we had him back in the family, we would all be overjoyed," said Wolff. While Bottas is open to a return to Mercedes, there is also speculation about his relationship with Red Bull. He revealed that some of the team did not look at the team, which could seem unlikely to be possible in the future, so Si.com . However,Bottas remains confident and has made it clear that he does not want to give up in Formula 1. "I have the feeling that I am not yet finished with this sport," said the 34-year-old. With the start of Cadillac into Formula 1 and the associated possibilities, the future of the driver could still be promising, despite the challenges that are currently surrounded.
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