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Cadillac has its first F1 driver signed – but is Valtteri Bottas the right driver?
Valtteri Bottas has been signed as Cadillac’s first F1 driver for 2026, as revealed by RacingNews365 and sister site Formula.Hu earlier today. The Finn has agreed to step back from his Mercedes reserve driver duties and join the F1 grid as the American team’s 11th entry. Bottas is expected to be officially announced possibly next week, with his team-mate yet to be confirmed as discussions with various drivers, including Sergio Perez, are ongoing. Perez, the former Red Bull driver, is aiming to return after a year off in 2025 to possibly partner with Bottas. The question of whether former Mercedes driver Bottas is the right choice for Cadillac is being presented to the audience through a poll and comment section for feedback.
