Finnish driver Valtteri Bottas, currently racing for Sauber in the Formula 1 World Championship, shared that he has a clear preference for the team he wants to race for next season. He hopes to have his future plans finalized in the coming weeks. Bottas’ contract with Sauber is about to expire at the end of this season and it seems likely that he will leave the team as Audi explores other options for their racing venture. Earlier this month, Bottas mentioned that he had other opportunities available to him and was recently seen entering the Williams motorhome in Imola to speak with team boss James Vowles. This sparked rumors that Bottas may be returning to Williams, with Vowles confirming that the team intends to make an announcement in the coming weeks. When asked about his situation, Bottas denied rumors that he had already signed a contract for the 2025 season, stating that he has not committed to any team at this time. However, he remains confident that he will continue racing in Formula 1 next year and hopes to have a clearer picture of his future soon. Bottas revealed that he is in talks with several teams in the paddock, but has a preferred option that he is not willing to disclose. Despite Sauber’s challenging start to the season, Bottas is satisfied with his own performances and believes he has done well, especially in qualifying. However, he acknowledges the need for a competitive car capable of scoring points in races.
