Cadillac boss dodges Bottas question amid Herta 2027 speculation

First reported 1 day, 21 hours ago · latest 17 hours ago

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At the US Grand Prix weekend, Cadillac F1 boss Marcin Budkowski avoided confirming Valtteri Bottas for 2027, prompting speculation that reserve Colton Herta could replace him. Bottas remains unfazed despite the uncertainty.

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How the sources differ

Crash.net focuses on Bottas's calm response, while F1i highlights Budkowski's Austin comments. The Race explicitly names Herta as a contender. Motorsport.com and Autosport both detail the one-plus-one contract structure and the awkward questioning, with Autosport adding deeper analysis of the implications.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete picture, covering the contract details, the boss's evasion, and the speculation, with a strong image and no paywall.

Cadillac boss dodges Bottas question amid Herta 2027 speculation

How the sources differ

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