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Bottas lacked confidence to star in funny ads while racing for Mercedes
Sauber driver Bottas has recently shot a TV commercial for Uber ahead of the Australian Grand Prix, where he showcases his admiration for Australian culture, cuisine, and style. The ad, filmed in just six hours after his arrival in the country, highlights Bottas embracing his new Australian persona, influenced by his relationship with Aussie cyclist Tiffany Cromwell. Additionally, Bottas shares the screen with local racers Daniel Ricciardo and Oscar Piastri in promotional material for the Melbourne race. Transitioning from Mercedes, Bottas reveals that he now feels more confident to participate in such creative projects, attributing it to age and experience. With his girlfriend being Australian, and frequently spending time Down Under, Bottas expresses his fondness for the lifestyle and people of Australia. Looking towards his future with Sauber or potential alternatives in the driver market, Bottas emphasizes that his priority remains securing the fastest car to chase victory above all else.
