Valtteri Bottas Shocks F1 Fans with Outrageous New Year’s Post Featuring a Close-Up of His Crotch!
Formula 1’s very own Valtteri Bottas has taken the internet by storm with a jaw-dropping New Year’s greeting that has left fans both bewildered and amused. As the 2026 season approaches, Bottas, now driving for the newly formed Cadillac F1 team, has fully embraced a bold American persona that has shocked fans around the globe. This Finnish driver, who was once known for his reserved demeanor, is now channeling an unapologetic ‘MURICA’ vibe that has set social media ablaze.
On January 1st, 2026, Bottas unleashed a post that many are wishing they could erase from their memories. For those recovering from New Year festivities, the image might have been a bit too much to stomach. The post features an outrageous close-up of an eagle on what looked like a towel, only to zoom out and reveal a pair of boxer shorts that left nothing to the imagination. Bottas was lounging on the beach, proudly flaunting his stars and stripes pants, and the reaction was nothing short of explosive.
Fans were left in disbelief as the video unfolded, with one Twitter user lamenting, “Did you really need to zoom in on the eagle?” while another cheekily defended Bottas, stating, “Only Valtteri can pull this off.” The post drew a spectrum of reactions, from sheer confusion—“WTF?”—to more critical remarks, with one fan bluntly commenting, “That twitch was not necessary, Valtteri.”
This isn’t the first time Bottas has pushed the boundaries of social media with risqué images. Over the years, he has transitioned from the quiet, reserved Mercedes driver to a social media sensation, often sharing cheeky and bold content. His previous ventures included an artsy shot of his bare backside, which became infamous enough to inspire the 2024 Bottas calendar—a humorous memento that even his former teammate, Lewis Hamilton, received framed.
As Bottas prepares to embark on his journey with Cadillac, his New Year’s post signals a new era of flamboyance and fearlessness for the driver. With the arrival of Cadillac as the 11th team on the grid and the inclusion of seasoned racer Sergio Perez, Bottas seems ready to shake things up both on and off the track.
Valtteri Bottas, welcome to the wild side of F1! What’s next for the driver who has seemingly thrown caution—and modesty—to the wind? Buckle up, fans, because this season promises to be anything but ordinary!









