P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Valtteri Bottas’ F1 future will be sorted before the summer break.
Valtteri Bottas is currently finalizing a deal to secure his spot on the F1 grid for 2025. He is currently out of contract at Sauber, which is temporarily known as Stake until the Audi takeover in 2026. Audi’s priority seems to lie with Nico Hulkenberg and potentially Carlos Sainz, leading Bottas to explore other options like Williams and Alpine. Teams value his experience ahead of major regulation changes in 2026. Williams is a sentimental choice for Bottas as he started his F1 career there. Alpine is also in the mix, with Bottas impressed by the team’s leadership. Bottas is confident about his F1 future, seeking a long-term project with clear goals and stability.
