Overview

• Bottas has engaged in discussions with Cadillac over their 2026 debut and aims to confirm his seat by August
• Red Bull has made no formal offer and remains patient with Yuki Tsunoda as team principal Christian Horner stresses early development
• Bottas believes Red Bull’s RB car may demand a seasoned driver to unlock its performance under the 2026 rule changes
• He acknowledges that internal resistance within Red Bull could influence their decision and says he is still assessing the team’s mindset
• While prioritizing an F1 return, Bottas is lining up IndyCar as a concrete plan B if he fails to secure a seat