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At no stage in Valtteri Bottas’ F1 career has he gone through a season without scoring a point.
Valtteri Bottas opened up about resorting to mental strategies to navigate through the toughest season of his Formula 1 career. Struggling in his 13th campaign, Bottas occupies the bottom spot in the drivers’ championship with zero points, trailing behind Zhou Guanyu, Logan Sargeant, and Franco Colapinto. Finding motivation in setting personal targets and goals, Bottas acknowledged the challenge but remains determined. His future in F1 hinges on securing a multi-year deal with Stake, hoping to be part of the Audi era commencing in 2026. Despite enjoying coffee talks with Sauber Motorsport’s Mattia Binotto, discussions about a new contract are postponed for a more opportune moment. Bottas emphasizes optimism and perseverance as he navigates a challenging phase in his career.
