P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Valtteri Bottas has said his preference for 2025 and beyond is to secure a long-term Formula 1 contract and is putting that ahead of car performance as he looks to secure a seat on next year’s grid. Sauber has confirmed Nico Hulkenberg as one of its drivers in 2025 as it builds toward a future […]
Sauber has confirmed Nico Hulkenberg as one of its drivers in 2025, aiming towards a future as the Audi works entry. The team is also pursuing Carlos Sainz to complete its lineup, leaving Bottas weighing his options. Bottas emphasized the need for a long-term project with clear goals and respect for his abilities from his future employer. He expressed interest in securing a multi-year contract rather than short-term extensions. The F1 grid may see shifts with drivers like Oliver Bearman and Andrea Kimi Antonelli on the rise, but Bottas remains confident about his place in the sport. While Bottas acknowledges uncertainties in racing, he believes his track record as a multiple Grand Prix winner speaks for itself.
