Source: REUTERS/Carla Carniel
[Saba Sports News] The Sauber F1 team announced significant news today, stating that Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu will leave the team at the end of the season, indicating a new direction for Sauber next season. According to external sources, Zhou Guanyu may continue to stay in the F1 paddock as a reserve driver for another team. Zhou has certain advantages as a reserve driver due to his rich racing experience accumulated over multiple seasons in F1. If he becomes a reserve driver, he can operate simulators and assist teams in development. In case a primary driver faces an unexpected situation, he would have the opportunity to race. Additionally, as China’s first F1 driver, Zhou possesses significant influence and commercial value, which could further bolster his chances of becoming a reserve driver. It is believed that Zhou can strive for another racing opportunity by delivering convincing performances in the remaining races of this season.