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McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella confirmed development driver Gabriel Bortoleto is free to sign with a rival Formula 1 team to secure a spot on the 2025 grid.
Bortoleto is poised to follow the footsteps of Brazilian F1 racers, with his bright future being a topic of discussion at Interlagos, where Ayrton Senna is revered. Having excelled in Formula 3 last year and currently leading the Formula 2 championship in 2024, Bortoleto has attracted interest from Sauber. McLaren acknowledges Bortoleto’s potential and is open to his F1 prospects, but decision-making lies with the Sauber team. Bortoleto’s representation by Fernando Alonso’s A14 management group adds to the intrigue surrounding his potential move to F1. With ongoing talks and a possible title win in Formula 2, Bortoleto could be poised for a significant career leap. Time is ticking for Sauber to finalize their lineup for the 2025 season, with multiple drivers, including Bortoleto, waiting for a decision.
