Archive · 30 Jun 2025
Bottas Could Return to F1 with Alpine F1 Team
Valtteri Bottas, a former Formula 1 driver, might be making a comeback.
He used to race alongside Lewis Hamilton but is now a reserve driver for Mercedes.
Rumors suggest he could join the Alpine F1 team, which has had some trouble with its drivers.
Alpine wants to talk to Bottas, and Mercedes might let him go.
A big reason why Mercedes would likely allow this is that Alpine will be using Mercedes engines soon.
Valtteri Bottas may return to Formula 1 with the Alpine F1 team.
Bottas, who previously raced with Lewis Hamilton, is currently a reserve driver for Mercedes.
Alpine has reportedly approached Mercedes for permission to speak with Bottas.
This potential move comes as Alpine has struggled with its second driver situation.
Mercedes is unlikely to block Bottas's move, especially as Alpine will be a Mercedes engine customer.
- Who
- Valtteri Bottas, Alpine F1 team, Mercedes F1 team.
- What
- Valtteri Bottas may return to Formula 1 with the Alpine team.
- When
- Reports emerged after the Austrian GP 2025.
- Where
- Formula 1 racing circuit.
- Why
- Alpine is looking to improve its driver lineup.
- Driver
- Valtteri Bottas
- Team
- Alpine F1 (potential)
- Current Role
- Mercedes reserve driver
- Former Teammate
- Lewis Hamilton
- Engine Supplier (Alpine)
- Mercedes (starting next season)