Valtteri Bottas, a Finnish driver currently racing for Sauber in the Formula 1 World Championship, has shared that he has a clear preference for the team he wants to drive for in the upcoming season. He hopes to have his future plans finalized in the next few weeks. Bottas’ contract with Sauber is set to expire at the end of the current season, and it seems likely that he will be leaving the team as Audi explores other options for its racing venture. Earlier this month, Bottas mentioned that he had other opportunities available to him, and recently he was seen entering the Williams motorhome at Imola to have a conversation with team boss James Vowles. This has 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 for an update on his situation, Bottas denied rumors that he has 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 to race in Formula 1 next year and expects to have a clearer picture of his future soon. Bottas revealed that he is in talks with multiple teams in the paddock, but he 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 been performing well, particularly in qualifying. However, he acknowledges the need for a competitive car that can secure points in races.
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