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Bottas: The fittest driver in F1? | Valtteri reacts to Hamilton-Antonelli moves!

Sep 11, 2024
Valtteri Bottas, a top F1 driver known for his incredible fitness and love of cycling, discusses his belief in being the fittest on the grid. He shares insights on his contract situation with Kick Sauber and what 2025 holds for him in F1. Bottas reflects on Lewis Hamilton's surprising move to Ferrari and the implications for the team dynamics at Mercedes with Kimi Antonelli's new role. He also emphasizes the importance of personal fitness and his recent cycling endeavors, blending his passions in a high-stakes sport.
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  • Valtteri Bottas emphasizes the significance of fitness and cycling in Formula One, believing it enhances his endurance compared to competitors.
  • Bottas expresses optimism about the future of Alfa Romeo as they transition to Audi, highlighting potential growth opportunities within the team.

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Valtteri Bottas and His Cycling Adventures

Valtteri Bottas shares his passion for cycling, highlighting a recent charity event where he cycled across the Mediterranean Sea as part of a team. This event, organized for the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, involved navigating the Sea from Corsica to Monaco on a water bike. Despite the challenges, including difficult conditions and competing as a team, Bottas found the experience to be rewarding and a great workout. He enjoys how cycling offers a different level of competition compared to Formula One, making his physical endurance more critical than the equipment he uses.

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