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Valtteri Bottas has acknowledged that the difficulties currently limiting results for Stake could impact his chances in this year’s driver market, as he ponders potential options in Formula 1 outsi…
Finnish driver Valtteri Bottas has acknowledged that the challenges facing his team at Stake could impact his prospects in this year’s Formula 1 driver market, leading him to consider options outside the team. Despite struggling to score points this season due to performance issues on certain tracks and pit stop problems, Bottas has shown promising performances. However, missed opportunities like in Japan have made it harder for him to showcase his skills to potential suitors. With his contract expiring this year, Bottas is exploring multiple F1 options beyond staying at Stake, particularly with the tight competition among available drivers in the market. He anticipates that major decisions in the driver market will unfold in the coming weeks, emphasizing the need to finalize his future contract without delay.
