Valtteri Bottas has announced that he has agreed to a contract with Audi F1 to stay with the team for the 2025 season, but is waiting for a final decision from Audi chief Mattia Binotto. Bottas had been in negotiations with the team, but reports suggested that talks had stalled and that he was considering other options. However, Bottas has confirmed that he has agreed to the deal and is now waiting for Binotto’s approval. He acknowledged that there may be issues with his salary, but believes that these should not be an obstacle. If a deal is not reached, Bottas may be forced to look for other roles in F1 or outside of the sport. He expressed his positive attitude towards the situation, but acknowledged that there is a risk that he may not be on the grid in 2025. Bottas has been a key driver for the Sauber team, which will be rebranded as Audi F1 in 2026, and his departure could have significant implications for the team’s performance.
Source: https://www.planetf1.com/news/audi-f1-2025-driver-contract-terms-agreed
