Valtteri Bottas faces uncertain future with Cadillac F1 team

Valtteri Bottas faces an uncertain future with the Cadillac Formula 1 team following a difficult 2026 season. Guenther Steiner, Cadillac's sporting director, has criticized the Finnish driver, suggesting he has lost motivation and stating that he ‘has let go a little’.

While Bottas and teammate Sergio Pérez were brought together for their extensive experience, the team's performance has struggled to meet expectations. Steiner noted that Pérez has shown better form in both qualifying and races. Despite these criticisms, the Cadillac team has expressed full support for Bottas, emphasizing that the duo's combined experience is vital for the team's technical development.

Looking toward 2027, Cadillac may consider a lineup overhaul. American driver Colton Herta has been mentioned as a potential candidate, having already participated in tests with the team, though he currently lacks the Super License required for Grand Prix competition.