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Valtteri Bottas has told Motorsport Week of his excitement at returning to full-time racing in Formula 1 next year with American newcomers Cadillac.
Valtteri Bottas expressed his excitement about returning to full-time racing in Formula 1 next year with Cadillac, a new American team.
His 2025 season has been unconventional, from being Mercedes’ reserve driver to exploring Austin, Texas, and Seoul, South Korea.
Originally set to join Williams in 2025, Bottas unexpectedly returned to Mercedes as a reserve driver, preparing him for his new role with Cadillac and reigniting his passion for racing.
In an exclusive interview with Motorsport Week in Austin, Bottas shared his insights on his Mercedes role and his anticipation for joining Cadillac in 2026, aiming to make history with the new team.
Despite the valuable experience gained as a reserve driver, Bottas admits that his time away from full-time racing made him realize how much he misses being on the track.
