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Valtteri Bottas believes there’s “no reason” why Mercedes can’t challenge Red Bull in the 2024 Formula 1 season, but he
Valtteri Bottas believes that Mercedes has the potential to regain their position at the top of Formula 1, despite their recent struggles. He praises the team and their leadership, stating that they still have great people and are a strong team overall. However, he recognizes that their main challenge is to defeat Red Bull, who have been dominating the competition. Red Bull’s success in 2023 has allowed them to focus their efforts on future seasons, which makes them a formidable opponent. Bottas also acknowledges Lewis Hamilton’s performances in a difficult car and highlights his solid season, despite not winning a race since December 2021. On the other hand, the Sauber-owned team, Stake F1 Team, aims to bounce back from a disappointing season where they finished ninth in the Constructors’ Championship.
