Valtteri Bottas’ 350km cycling challenge: Why is he riding to Singapore?
Formula 1 driver Valtteri Bottas is cycling 350km from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore as a training exercise ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix. This follows a difficult start to his 2026 season with the Cadillac team.
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Valtteri Bottas has taken on an unusual challenge after a difficult Malaysian Grand Prix. The Cadillac driver has decided to cycle around 350km from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Singapore ahead of the next Formula 1 race. The Finnish driver began his journey after the race and covered 56.6km on his opening day.Bottas is an experienced cyclist and regularly takes part in demanding gravel events. His latest ride will take him across Malaysia as he prepares for the Singapore Grand Prix on October 11. The journey comes after his disappointing race at Sepang, where he crashed early after taking a gamble on slick tyres during wet conditions.Valtteri Bottas begins 350km ride ahead of Singapore Grand PrixWhile most F1 drivers will travel to Singapore by plane, Valtteri Bottas has chosen a very different route.The 37-year-old plans to cycle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Singapore.
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