Valtteri Bottas dismisses speculation about Cadillac F1 exit rumors
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:40 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Valtteri Bottas criticized rumors linking him to an early exit from Cadillac before the Monaco Grand Prix. Bottas, who has struggled in the 2026 season, stated that media speculation arose after his performance lagged behind teammate Sergio Perez. Despite criticism, Bottas confirmed he is under contract for two years and has support from the team. He mentioned ongoing discussions with Cadillac to address performance issues, citing both power unit and car build concerns.
- •Bottas labeled exit rumors as "b*******" amid difficult season start.
- •He has been outqualified by Sergio Perez in four of five races.
- •Cadillac has yet to score points this season and struggles with performance.
- •Bottas confirmed he has a two-year contract with Cadillac.
- •Team discussions aim to resolve performance drop issues.
- 11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Valtteri Bottas slams "b*******" Cadillac F1 exit rumours
- 11:40 AMMotorsport.com — Valtteri Bottas slams "b*******" Cadillac F1 exit rumours
"Valtteri Bottas has criticised the “b*******” rumours linking him to an early exit from the Cadillac Formula 1 outfit after a tricky start to the 2026 campaign. Speculation began swirling in certain corners of the industry that Bottas was at risk of losing his seat at the debutant F1 team, his first full-time drive since leaving Sauber at the end of 2024. The rumours came after being ...Keep reading
"The F1 veteran has criticised those who have recently linked him to an early exit from Cadillac
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 11:40 AMValtteri Bottas slams "b*******" Cadillac F1 exit rumours
The F1 veteran has criticised those who have recently linked him to an early exit from Cadillac
- Motorsport.comJun 4, 2026, 11:40 AMValtteri Bottas slams "b*******" Cadillac F1 exit rumours
Valtteri Bottas has criticised the “b*******” rumours linking him to an early exit from the Cadillac Formula 1 outfit after a tricky start to the 2026 campaign. Speculation began swirling in certain corners of the industry that Bottas was at risk of losing his seat at the debutant F1 team, his first full-time drive since leaving Sauber at the end of 2024. The rumours came after being ...Keep reading
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