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Valtteri Bottas is trying to save his F1 career by keeping hold of his Stake F1 seat before the team becomes Audi.
Valtteri Bottas has made it clear that the decision for the second Audi F1 driver lies with Mattia Binotto, dropping hints about his own future at the team. The only remaining open seat is alongside Nico Hulkenberg for 2025, with Bottas aiming to secure his grand prix career extension. McLaren junior Gabriel Bortoleto is being considered as a potential rookie option, but Bottas emphasizes the experience he can bring to the team. Talks have progressed with Stake, and Bottas is optimistic about staying with the team but refrains from revealing too much. He trusts that his relationship with Binotto and his experience will play a significant role in determining who lands the coveted seat for the upcoming season.
