The 2025 Formula 1 season will see a full-time Brazilian driver join the grid for the first time since Felipe Massa retired at the end of 2017. Sauber decided that young Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto was the man to partner Nico Hulkenberg next year. The 20-year-old has starred in the junior categories that mirror F1’s calendar, earning himself a spot in McLaren’s young driver program on his way to winning the Formula 3 title last year. Fernando Alonso played a key role in Bortoleto’s move to McLaren and has mentored the youngster this year as he attempts to win back-to-back championships. Winnin…
