P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Cadillac is closing on securing both Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez for its first Formula 1 driver line-up next season
“Cadillac is in advanced discussions to sign Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez for its debut Formula 1 driver lineup next season, with main terms understood to be agreed upon. The team has also held talks with other potential drivers like Zhou Guanyu, Felipe Drugovich, and Paul Aron.
A preference for experienced drivers was established during a stakeholder meeting in late July, leading to accelerated negotiations with Bottas and Perez’s representatives. An announcement of both drivers could be made at the resumption of the F1 season next week, if deals are finalized swiftly.
Signing both drivers sooner would enable Cadillac to integrate them into simulator development or even on-track running, with the possibility of testing an older car. Bottas and Perez would provide Cadillac with a pair of race-winning drivers who have both finished runner-up in the world championship.
With Bottas having won 10 grands prix with Mercedes and Perez being a six-time race winner, they bring extensive experience to the new team. Both drivers are nearing the end of their careers, with Bottas and Perez set to be 36 by the start of next season.”
