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Valtteri Bottas completed his first day at the Cadillac F1 factory in preparation for his comeback next year.
Valtteri Bottas emphasized the necessity of smooth preparation and integration at Cadillac before its debut in the next year’s Formula One season. The Cadillac F1 project, originating from Michael Andretti’s initiative, gained momentum when General Motors took over, leading to approval to join the grid in 2026. Bottas and Sergio Perez have been signed as drivers, with Bottas recently attending a seat fitting at Cadillac’s Silverstone base. Expressing his excitement, Bottas stated that becoming a Cadillac Formula 1 Team driver marks a proud moment and a fresh start in his career. As the team gears up for the first pre-season test at the end of January, Bottas looks forward to utilizing his experience to support the team and is eager to commence racing once more.
