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Vesti says talks are ongoing over potential F1 seat

Fred Vesti has said he has his eye on a Formula 1 seat and that discussions are ongoing about a drive. Reports also link the Mercedes reserve to interest in Cadillac as pressure continues around Valtteri Bottas’ prospects there.

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October 31, 2026
Vesti says talks are ongoing over potential F1 seat

Fred Vesti has indicated that he is targeting a place on the Formula 1 grid. The Mercedes reserve said he has his eye on a seat and revealed that discussions are ongoing about a possible drive.

Separate reports say Vesti has put himself forward for a Cadillac Formula 1 seat. Those reports also describe pressure increasing around Valtteri Bottas in relation to that opportunity.

One report adds that Vesti has a key advantage in the battle for the Cadillac drive, though no further detail was provided in the source points here.

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