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Valtteri Bottas was asked about his F1 future on the grid ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix
In a comical exchange before the Belgian Grand Prix, Nico Rosberg teased Valtteri Bottas about rumors linking him to Cadillac as a potential F1 destination in 2026. Cadillac, set to become F1’s 11th team, is still uncertain about their driver lineup, with Bottas being considered among the experienced options. Sergio Perez and Mick Schumacher are also in the mix, with Bottas’ return to F1 likely if Cadillac opts for two experienced drivers. Amidst these rumors, Bottas has also been linked to Alpine, where a driver change seems unlikely due to the team’s focus on the upcoming year as a Mercedes customer team. The 2026 season holds potential for Alpine, especially if Mercedes provides a competitive power unit.
