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Gabriel Bortoleto says the examples set by Charles Leclerc, George Russell and Oscar Piastri inspire him to believe he can achieve race victories and fight for titles in Formula 1. By winning the 2…
Gabriel Bortoleto is inspired by the successes of Charles Leclerc, George Russell, and Oscar Piastri in Formula 1, believing he can achieve race victories and contend for titles. Winning the 2024 Formula 2 championship made him one of only a few drivers to clinch the Formula 3/GP3 and F2 titles back-to-back as rookies. Despite initially serving in a reserve role, Bortoleto, set to race for Stake Sauber in 2025, aims to emulate the successes of his predecessors who have gone on to win races in F1. Having secured a contract with Audi for their 2026 full-time entry, Bortoleto is thrilled to represent Brazil in F1, aspiring to bring pride to his countrymen and offer a source of happiness in challenging times. His journey stands as a testament to the perseverance and determination required for Brazilian drivers to reach the pinnacle of motorsport.
