The Race F1 Podcast Would Cadillac be playing it safe with Bottas and Perez? Your questions answered
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Aug 22, 2025 The podcast dives into Cadillac's plans to sign Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez for their new F1 team. Discussions include the impact of these signings on team dynamics and competitiveness. There's also speculation about Carlos Sainz's potential return to Ferrari and what the 2026 regulations might bring. The hosts analyze the rising stars in F1, the challenges faced by Alpine, and McLaren's resurgence. Additionally, they question the transparency of private testing sessions and what it means for the future of the sport.
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Recording Chaos Became A Content Moment
- Scott Mitchell-Malm recounts technical problems at the recording start including spilling his drink over his desk.
- He frames it as a 'dress rehearsal' that produced an anecdote for the podcast.
Cadillac Targeting Experienced Pairing
- Cadillac is very likely to sign Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Pérez as an experienced pairing.
- Scott Mitchell-Malm warns deals can still collapse at the last second despite being 'as good as done'.
Cadillac Will Likely Start At The Back
- Cadillac faces a massive challenge building a new works team and will likely struggle initially.
- Expect year one to be a write-off and year three before they become respectable in the midfield, according to Edd Straw.