On November 3, Formula 1 drivers traveled to Brazil for the Grand Prix, a race marked by rain—a weather condition that many F1 stars hadn’t experienced before. Following this thrilling race, the drivers enjoyed a two-week break as the next competition won’t take place until November 24. However, not everyone took the time to relax. Valtteri Bottas, the Sauber driver, used the downtime to embark on an extraordinary challenge: an Ironman at home, dedicating 11 hours to complete the grueling event.

Bottas surprised the motorsport world by tackling the Ironman without leaving his house. During the race-free weekend, the Finnish driver threw himself into the physical challenge, burning approximately 7,000 calories and staying fit for the final races of the season.

Known for his discipline and dedication, Bottas meticulously organized the event, which included swimming 3.8 kilometers in his private pool, cycling 180 kilometers on a stationary bike, and finishing with a 42-kilometer marathon on a treadmill. He completed the feat in a total of 11 hours, with his time meticulously divided: 1 hour and 5 minutes for swimming, five and a half hours for cycling, and the remainder for running.

Despite his passion for cycling, Bottas faced a major challenge in adapting such a demanding Ironman to the confines of his home. This effort underscores his commitment to physical preparation and his desire to stay competitive in the intensely demanding Formula 1 environment.

In other news, Bottas's team, Sauber, saw changes on November 6 with the announcement that Gabriel Bortoleto would join for the 2025 season. This addition could impact the team’s internal dynamics and possibly affect Bottas’s future with the team. Formula 1 fans are closely watching to see how these changes will influence his career and the team's performance.

Bottas’s future remains uncertain. Though his fitness, evidenced by his home Ironman, is in top form, doubts about his seat for the next season are increasing. Nonetheless, this doesn’t mean he’ll vanish from Formula 1. His dedication, both on and off the track, continues to be an important asset, and his ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment ensures that, if he stays in the sport, he’ll remain a formidable competitor.