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Gabriel Bortoleto Set to Join Audi's Formula 1 Team

The young Brazilian racer is expected to replace Valtteri Bottas, diminishing Mick Schumacher's chances for a 2025 seat.

  • Gabriel Bortoleto, a 20-year-old Brazilian driver, is reportedly finalizing a contract with the future Audi Formula 1 team.
  • Bortoleto, who leads the Formula 2 standings, will partner with Nico Hülkenberg next season.
  • This move leaves Mick Schumacher without a seat, despite being considered for the last available spot on the 2025 grid.
  • Valtteri Bottas and Guanyu Zhou, current Sauber drivers, failed to score points this year, prompting team changes.
  • Mick Schumacher, currently a test driver for Mercedes, continues to face setbacks in securing a full-time F1 position.
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