Valtteri Bottas Confirms 2025 Race of Champions Entry

F1 fans are eager for the new Cadillac team to sign IndyCar driver Colton Herta as their first driver, following General Motors' confirmation of their entry into F1 for the 2026 season. A poll conducted by RacingNews365 indicated that Herta is the fan favorite, receiving 22.48% of the votes, although the majority of participants preferred other options. Meanwhile, Valtteri Bottas, who lost his seat at Sauber for 2025, will participate in the upcoming Race of Champions in Sydney, showcasing his continued presence in motorsports despite his F1 exit. Bottas has expressed discontent with some at Red Bull, indicating he feels unwelcome there, and is also eyeing a reserve role at Mercedes. Sauber's new lineup includes Nico Hulkenberg and rookie Gabriel Bortoleto, as the team prepares for a transformation into Audi in 2026. Bottas's potential move to Cadillac Andretti also remains a topic of speculation as he looks for opportunities in the evolving F1 landscape.