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Cadillac ‘agree terms’ with F1 driver over 2026 seat
A rumored deal suggests that Valtteri Bottas, with 10 grand prix wins, will be joining the new Cadillac team for the 2026 F1 season. Bottas, who last raced with Mercedes, has been a reserve driver for them since being dropped by Sauber in 2024. Team principal Toto Wolff has expressed support for Bottas pursuing a full-time opportunity elsewhere. Cadillac, entering F1 in 2026, is reportedly close to signing Bottas, with journalist Julianne Cerasoli confirming agreement on terms. Other drivers like Sergio Perez and Mick Schumacher are also in talks for Cadillac’s two seats, aiming for experience in their debut season. Bottas and Perez are top contenders, while young talents like Zhou Guanyu and Colton Herta are also linked to the team.
