The point when Mercedes chose to supplant Valtteri Bottas with George Russell, left the Finn with a major choice. Probably not going to be in a race-winning vehicle in 2022, he had a decision between his old group at Williams and the Alfa Romeo group to supplant Kimi Räikkönen. Neither one of the groups was… Continue reading
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Valtteri Bottas will bring ‘positive energy’ to Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas, Alfa Romeo’s new signing, is expected to bring ‘positive energy’ to the team during the 2022 Formula One season, according to Frederic Vasseur. After five years with Mercedes, Bottas will join Alfa Romeo alongside Lewis Hamilton. Bottas won 10 races, 20 pole positions, and 58 podium finishes during his stint with F1’s dominant… Continue reading
Bottas explains why he decided to speak out about mental health
Valtteri Bottas has stated why he believes it is the ideal time to open up more about his personal life and experiences to his fans. Valtteri Bottas has explained why he wanted to open up more about his personal life experiences with fans recently, particularly his difficulties with mental health. In December, the Finn discussed… Continue reading
Mercedes releases an engine update ahead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
Mercedes has stated that no modifications to Valtteri Bottas’ power unit are expected following his retirement in Qatar. Mercedes has provided an update on the condition of Valtteri Bottas’ power unit following his retirement from the Qatar Grand Prix, easing concerns about power unit changes and subsequent grid penalties in Saudi Arabia. Bottas was forced… Continue reading
Valtteri Bottas: To beat Red Bull, Mercedes need to find time
Despite strong performances in both Friday practice sessions for the Mexican Grand Prix, Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas believes more can be done to cut the gap to Red Bull. Despite finishing second and third behind Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in the second practice session for the Mexico City Grand Prix, Valtteri Bottas believes Mercedes still… Continue reading