If Valtteri Bottas loses his race seat at the Stake F1 team, the future Audi F1 team, at the end of this season, Bottas says he still has options for the future.
Earlier this week, Nico Hulkenberg was confirmed as a racing driver for the Stake F1 team next year. This also means that at least one of the two current drivers, Valtteri Bottas and Guanyu Zhou, will have to make way. However, Bottas himself is convinced that he will be able to remain active in Formula 1 in the coming years and that he still has options besides his current team.
“No, there are other options. I have the feeling that things will start soon now,” said Bottas. “The talks have started. It will be interesting weeks.”
It is suggested in the corridors that Bottas could return to the Williams F1 team, the team he left at the beginning of 2017 to replace Nico Rosberg at the Mercedes F1 team. Given his years of experience in Formula 1, including at a top team such as Mercedes, there are undoubtedly several teams that want to give Bottas a racing seat.
Bottas’s future in Formula 1 has been a topic of much speculation since it was confirmed that Hulkenberg would be joining Stake F1. With only a limited number of race seats available in the sport, Bottas knows that he will need to act fast to secure a spot for next season.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, Bottas remains optimistic and focused on finding a competitive drive for the upcoming seasons. He is determined to prove his worth on the track and showcase his talent to potential teams who may be interested in signing him.
While the possibility of returning to Williams has been mentioned, Bottas’s options are not limited to just one team. With his experience and skill set, he is a valuable asset for any Formula 1 team looking for a competitive and experienced driver.
As the negotiations for the 2023 season begin to heat up, Bottas is confident that he will find a suitable racing seat that will allow him to continue competing at the highest level. He is eager to show what he is capable of and is ready to take on any challenges that come his way.
With his future in Formula 1 hanging in the balance, Bottas is determined to stay positive and focused on the opportunities that lie ahead. Whether he returns to his former team or joins a new outfit, one thing is certain – Bottas is determined to make his mark in the sport and prove that he belongs among the elite drivers in Formula 1.