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Fred Vesti confirms interest in Cadillac F1 seat

Mercedes reserve driver Fred Vesti has confirmed he is interested in a Formula 1 seat with Cadillac. The reports frame his name as part of the discussion around the drive also linked with Valtteri Bottas.

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October 31, 2026
Fred Vesti confirms interest in Cadillac F1 seat

Fred Vesti has publicly confirmed his interest in securing a Formula 1 seat with Cadillac. In comments cited by GPblog, the Mercedes reserve said he believes he would perform very well in that car.

PlanetF1 also reported Vesti's interest, describing him as another candidate in the conversation around Cadillac's seat. The outlet linked that situation to growing pressure on Valtteri Bottas in the battle for the drive.

Across the reports, the common point is that Vesti has openly put himself forward for the Cadillac opportunity while his Mercedes reserve role remains part of his current profile.

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