Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes' joker

Back at Mercedes as a reserve driver, the 35-year-old Finn does not despair of finding a regular place quickly. His arrival at the star firm looks like an ideal plan B in case Andrea Kimi Antonelli fails.

Published 04/02/2025 à 13:00

Cyprien Juilhard

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Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes' joker

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A helmet, sweaters, caps, a host of posts on his social networks… Valtteri Bottas embarked on a rather explosive communication plan after the announcement of his departure from Sauber, made official shortly after the Brazilian GP, ​​at the beginning of November. The phrase " what's next? »-« what will happen next? " in French - has become his new leitmotif, translating his questions about the continuation of his career. The ex-Sauber driver lost his bet to stay in Formula 1, after having nevertheless hammered home in the previous months his confidence and the progress of discussions in this direction. After the arrival of Nico Hulkenberg, made official since April, the Swiss team that will fly the Aud flag in 2026

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