Sauber Signs Rising Star Bortoleto for 2025, Bottas and Zhou Depart
Sauber boss Mattia Binotto has announced the signing of Gabriel Bortoleto as the team's second driver for 2025, citing the Brazilian's high potential and impressive performance in F2 as key factors in the decision. Bortoleto, who recently won the F3 title and is part of McLaren's driver development program, will join Nico Hulkenberg at Sauber. The decision to choose Bortoleto over experienced driver Valtteri Bottas reflects a growing trend in Formula 1 to invest in young talent. Binotto emphasized Bortoleto's ability to develop and improve as crucial to his selection.