Take a look at what was opinionated by former Mercedes race driver, Nico Rosberg upon the Bottas-Russell Switch in the middle of the F1 2021 season.
It is not a surprise for any racing fanatic to know that Valtteri Bottas has endured a horrid 2021 Formula 1 season so far. Providing no major assistance to Lewis Hamilton, the frustration of team Mercedes has been quite visible upon the Finn driver.
From ugly crashes to poor finishes, Bottas has suffered it all in just the initial six races in 2021. As a result, there have been emerging rumors of him being switched upon by British driver George Russell mid season in 2021.
The latest to add to that update is former Formula 1 Champion and ex-Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg who certainly makes some interesting revelations.
Nico Rosberg on Bottas-Russell Switch: What Did The Former F1 World Champion Suggest?
Rosberg is unconvinced that team principle Toto Wolff should replace Valtteri Bottas with a young driver such as George Russell. Yet he believes that fans would be open to a change.
Williams driver Russell has recently drawn praise with some impressive performances this year, despite not finishing above P14 in a rather lackluster William’s challenger.
Having said that, The 23-year-old, Russell is one of the favorites to replace either Bottas or Hamilton at Mercedes if the pair do not sign long-term deals. Given that he is a product of their own academy. With both seats being up for grabs, fans are eager to see how the mystery unfolds.
Valtteri Bottas Struggle Filled 2021 Season For Williams
Statically speaking Bottas has managed to secure third place finishes thrice in 6 races in the 2021 season. Yet his recent two performances have been way below average. After retiring in one due to a heavy pit-spot.
While his most recent performance in Azerbaijan Grand Prix saw his trailing behind in the 10th and 11th position the entire time during the race.
When Lewis Hamilton was battling it out with both the Red Bull drivers.
It is safe to say that the Finn driver has everything to prove in the upcoming French Grand Prix. Whether or not he is able to answer his critics remains to be seen as the action begins on June 18, 2021.