Valtteri Bottas
Born: August 28, 1989 (age 35)
Height: 5' 8" (173cm)
Hometown: Nastola, Finland
Nationality: 
Finnish
FinnishTeam: Sauber
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Bottas' former sponsor questions his character
Valtteri Bottas' former financial backer, Finnish billionaire Antti Aarnio-Wihuri, has spoken out against the 35-year-old driver, criticising his lack of gratitude after their sponsorship arrangement ended.
Jan 24, 07:42
Zhou focused on F1, linked to Red Bull reserve role
Guanyu Zhou is working to ensure his Formula 1 career does not end after losing his race seat at Sauber.
Jan 20, 09:15
Sauber chassis a key issue for Audi F1 transition - Bottas
Valtteri Bottas is expressing doubts about Sauber's immediate prospects as it evolves into Audi's official Formula 1 team for the 2026 season and beyond.
Jan 15, 12:15
Antonelli could challenge Russell but is a risk - Marko
Kimi Antonelli's arrival at Mercedes in 2025 is both a "risk" for the team and a potential "danger" for teammate George Russell, according to Red Bull advisor Dr. Helmut Marko.
Jan 13, 10:10
Bottas aiming for Cadillac F1 comeback in 2026
Valtteri Bottas is already plotting a potential return to the Formula 1 grid, with an eye on a seat at Cadillac's new team entry for 2026.
Dec 20, 10:30
2025 reserve role with Mercedes 'very likely' - Bottas
Valtteri Bottas has acknowledged that it is "very likely" he will join Mercedes as their primary Formula 1 reserve driver for 2025, replacing Mick Schumacher.
Dec 9, 10:00
Valtteri Bottas reflects on Sauber contract regret
Valtteri Bottas has admitted that signing with Sauber was a decision he now regrets, saying he would have made a different choice if he could turn back the clock.
Dec 8, 11:30
Uncle Ralf sceptical Mick Schumacher will ever return to F1
Mick Schumacher's uncle, Ralf Schumacher, has acknowledged that it will be "difficult" for the departing Mercedes reserve driver to make a return to Formula 1 - ever.
Dec 5, 10:30
Finnish F1 coverage to continue despite Bottas exit
Even without a Finnish driver on the Formula 1 grid for the first time in nearly five decades, Finnish fans can rest assured that they will still enjoy dedicated coverage of the sport.
Dec 5, 09:00
Red Bull targets Guanyu Zhou for sponsorship boost
Another Formula 1 team has reportedly entered the race to secure Guanyu Zhou for the 2025 season.
Dec 4, 10:30
No farewell warmth as Bottas leaves Audi-Sauber
There is little affection left as Valtteri Bottas prepares to end his tenure with Audi-owned Sauber after a "sh*t" season.
Dec 4, 09:30
Mick Schumacher's F1 exit the right decision, says Wolff
Toto Wolff believes Mick Schumacher was never given a proper opportunity to showcase his abilities in Formula 1.
Dec 1, 14:20
Bottas, Magnussen, Zhou interested in Cadillac F1
At least three Formula 1 drivers are positioning themselves as potential candidates for seats with the newly-approved Cadillac F1 team, which is set to join the grid in 2026.
Nov 29, 10:45
Zhou confirms Ferrari's interest for 2025 test role
Ferrari is considering signing Guanyu Zhou as a test and reserve driver for the 2025 Formula 1 season, the Chinese driver has confirmed.
Nov 28, 11:15
Marko criticises size of Cadillac F1 entry payment
Cadillac F1 is preparing to enter Formula 1 in 2026, but its rumoured $450 million anti-dilution fee is already drawing criticism, with Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko saying it falls short of adequately compensating the existing teams.
Nov 27, 10:30
Bottas opens up about potential Mercedes comeback
Valtteri Bottas has revealed that he is in discussions with his former team boss, Toto Wolff, about rejoining Mercedes in a reserve role for the 2025 season.
Nov 25, 10:00
Wolff 'lucky' to get Bottas back at Mercedes
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has openly expressed his desire to bring Valtteri Bottas back into the team for 2025.
Nov 24, 07:40
Wolff suggests Bottas could rejoin Mercedes team
Valtteri Bottas looks set to rejoin the Mercedes team in 2025, following the announcement of his departure from Audi-owned Sauber.
Nov 23, 08:20
Bottas, Zhou eye F1 reserve roles for 2025
Valtteri Bottas and Guanyu Zhou have expressed their determination to remain part of the Formula 1 paddock in 2025, even as reserve drivers, following the announcements of their replacement at Audi-owned Sauber by Nico Hulkenberg and rookie Gabriel Bortoleto.
Nov 22, 12:25
Schumacher reflects on setback as Mercedes role in doubt
Mick Schumacher appears to be coming to terms with the reality that his Formula 1 career may be on pause indefinitely.
Nov 19, 10:30
Haas still musing non-racing role for Magnussen
Kevin Magnussen appears set to remain part of the Formula 1 scene next season, albeit in a different capacity from his current role as a driver.
Nov 18, 11:55
Ferrari rumoured as Zhou's next F1 destination
Guanyu Zhou might find himself taking on a reserve driver role at Ferrari in 2025, following his impending exit from Audi-Sauber.
Nov 18, 08:55
Bottas tipped to rejoin Mercedes as Wolff's F1 advisor
Valtteri Bottas could return to Mercedes in 2025 with a role that extends beyond mere reserve driver duties, according to new speculation.
Nov 15, 09:30
Is Antonelli ready for F1? Montoya has doubts
Kimi Antonelli's readiness for Formula 1 remains an open question, according to former F1 star Juan Pablo Montoya.
Nov 13, 09:30
Schumacher expected to extend WEC contract for 2025
Mick Schumacher appears set to continue his racing career exclusively outside of Formula 1, focusing only on endurance racing with Alpine in 2025.
Nov 12, 08:15
Ecclestone paved way for Bortoleto's Audi-Sauber deal
Bernie Ecclestone and his wife, Fabiana Flosi, revealed they played a part in helping Gabriel Bortoleto secure a spot on the 2025 Formula 1 grid with Audi-owned Sauber.
Nov 11, 10:15
Danner thinks Schumacher's F1 dream 'is over'
Mick Schumacher's Formula 1 career is likely "over," according to German pundit and former F1 driver Christian Danner, following Audi-Sauber's choice to fill the final 2025 seat with rookie Gabriel Bortoleto, aged 20.
Nov 11, 09:45
Schumacher's F1 return 'unrealistic' after Audi snub
Audi-owned Sauber has bypassed options like incumbent Valtteri Bottas and Mick Schumacher to confirm rookie Gabriel Bortoleto for the 2025 season.
Nov 7, 08:30
Audi-Sauber informs Bottas of no 2025 contract renewal
Audi-owned Sauber has reportedly informed Valtteri Bottas that he will not be retained for the 2025 season.
Nov 6, 10:10
Bottas poised for bad news as Audi decides '25 lineup
Audi-owned Sauber is just days away from revealing who will join Nico Hulkenberg as his teammate for the 2025 season.
Nov 4, 11:00
Reports suggest Audi-Sauber seals Bortoleto deal
Reports indicate that Gabriel Bortoleto, the promising 20-year-old McLaren academy junior, has officially signed a contract with Audi-Sauber, intensifying the 'silly season' in the Formula 1 driver market.
Nov 3, 11:00
Magnussen admits Audi talks stalled after Binotto arrival
Kevin Magnussen has acknowledged that his recent uptick in form might have come too late to secure a full-time race seat in Formula 1 for next year.
Nov 1, 09:45
Magnussen's form surge fuels Audi-Sauber speculation
Kevin Magnussen has emerged as a surprise contender for the second seat at Audi-owned Sauber for 2025.
Oct 30, 08:50
Bottas open to Mercedes return as 2025 backup plan
Valtteri Bottas has acknowledged that a return to Mercedes could be a viable backup plan for 2025, confirming rumors about potential alternatives if his priority of staying in a race seat doesn't pan out.
Oct 25, 10:45
Bottas could return to Mercedes as test driver in '25
Valtteri Bottas' future in Formula 1 remains uncertain, with the possibility of either extending his racing career for multiple seasons or stepping back into a different role.
Oct 21, 10:00
Audi refuses to bow to Bottas' push for 2025 seat deadline
Audi-owned Sauber is not giving in to Valtteri Bottas' calls for a swift decision regarding his place on the 2025 grid.
Oct 19, 10:00
Bottas urges Audi-Sauber to finalise 2025 driver lineup
Audi-owned Sauber is expected to finalize its decision on Nico Hulkenberg's teammate for the 2025 season by the end of October, according to Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung.
Oct 18, 11:00
Hulkenberg stays neutral on Schumacher's Audi F1 hopes
Nico Hulkenberg has declared that he remains "completely neutral" regarding whether Audi-owned Sauber should select Mick Schumacher as his teammate for 2025.
Oct 15, 08:30
Audi boss keeps Schumacher in mind for 2025 F1 seat
Mick Schumacher is "definitely" a strong candidate to form an all-German driver lineup at Audi-owned Sauber in 2025, according to Audi F1 boss Mattia Binotto.
Oct 14, 11:10
Tsunoda really could join Verstappen in 2025, says Marko
Dr. Helmut Marko has confirmed that Yuki Tsunoda is "a candidate" to replace Sergio Perez at Red Bull Racing starting from 2025.
Oct 11, 10:35
