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Valtteri Bottas could sign off from Sauber – and perhaps Formula 1 – in style at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix after qualifying ninth, with a chance to score his first points of the season
Valtteri Bottas has a chance to finish his time with Sauber and possibly Formula 1 on a high note at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix after qualifying ninth and aiming for his first points of the season. Despite Sauber’s decision to replace him with Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg in 2025, Bottas outqualified Sergio Perez, making a statement. Bottas will be Mercedes F1’s reserve driver in 2025, hoping to make a comeback in 2026. He aims to finish in the points on Sunday, valuing the opportunity for a strong race. With Hamilton and Sainz also leaving their teams, Bottas is focused on enjoying every moment and giving his all in his farewell race. Despite Sauber’s late improvements, Bottas is excited for a potentially strong finish and remains hopeful for a positive outcome.
