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Toto Wolff reveals true feelings about losing Valtteri Bottas to Cadillac F1
Toto Wolff praised Valtteri Bottas as he was confirmed to lead Cadillac’s F1 team in 2026, partnering with Sergio Perez.
Bottas will be leaving Mercedes after this season to join Cadillac, following his tenure with Sauber and Mercedes.
Despite losing his Sauber drive, Bottas returned to Mercedes, serving as a mentor and third/reserve driver this season.
Wolff commended Bottas for his contributions and expressed excitement for his future in F1 with Cadillac.
Looking ahead, Mercedes gears up for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, aiming for a strong end to the season and the Constructors’ Championship battle.
With no major car developments planned, Mercedes will build on progress made in Hungary to maximize performance in the remaining races.
