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Valtteri Bottas tells Crash.net Mercedes are supporting his transition to Cadillac.
Valtteri Bottas is confident that Mercedes will not hinder his move to Cadillac for the 2026 F1 season. The 36-year-old Finn, who returned to Mercedes as a reserve driver this season, has secured a full-time comeback with Cadillac. Despite limitations from his Mercedes contract until the end of the year, Bottas is expected to start with Cadillac on 1 January for their F1 debut. Talks have already begun between Mercedes and Cadillac regarding Bottas’ handover, with the support of both teams for a smooth transition. Bottas has expressed eagerness to start working with Cadillac and is hopeful to begin preparations before January, showing excitement for the new challenge ahead.
