Bottas made his Formula 1 debut in 2013 with the Williams F1 Team, where he spent four seasons, showcasing his talent and securing multiple podium finishes. In 2017, Bottas made the high-profile move to Mercedes, where he replaced 2016 world champion Nico Rosberg, partnering with the legendary Lewis Hamilton. Since joining Mercedes, Bottas has consistently competed at the front of the grid, regularly challenging for race victories and podium finishes.