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Valtteri Bottas retires from Dutch Grand Prix due to hydraulic failure

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Valtteri Bottas retires from Dutch Grand Prix due to hydraulic failure

Summary

Valtteri Bottas experienced a frustrating early retirement during the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix due to a mechanical failure with approximately 10 laps remaining. Despite starting competitively for Cadillac, an issue with the car's hydraulic system affected the rear wing, leading to safety concerns. Teammate Sergio Perez finished 15th. Bottas described the handling challenges, noting that after a decent first stint, the car's performance declined sharply. The team is yet to score a championship point this season. Cadillac's new team principal, Marcin Budkowski, has prioritized addressing these reliability issues going forward, with the next race scheduled in two weeks at Monza.

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By the Numbers

•Bottas forced to retire due to mechanical failure
•Sergio Perez finishes 15th for Cadillac
•Hydraulic issue affected rear wing performance
•Team seeks to resolve reliability issues before Monza
•Cadillac has yet to score points this season

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What they're saying

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Cadillac’s debut season in Formula 1 continues to be a baptism of fire. Despite making a high-profile leadership change during the summer shutdown by replacing founding team principal Graeme Lowdon with former Alpine executive Marcin Budkowski, the American squad’s reliability…
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