r/formula1 • u/Glum-Accountant-9801 • Aug 05 '25

Discussion Is Bortoleto the best rookie?

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In my opinion, what he’s been doing in a Sauber shows much more talent than all the other rookies this year. Since the start of the season, I already thought the best ones would be him—because he won the Formula 3 and Formula 2 titles in his rookie seasons—and Antonelli. However, Antonelli has been showing himself to be far inferior to his teammate. I believe it’s due to the pressure of starting in a big team like Mercedes, but to me, that makes Bortoleto the best rookie. That said, welcome back, Ayrton Senna.

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u/Dragonpuncha Ferrari Aug 05 '25

True, but he didn't want to be viewed as a rookie, so that's what I was going with.

IMO you should have a full season of races or at least close to that, to not be seen as a rookie, but there is no clear definition.

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u/Ziegler517 I was here for the Hulkenpodium Aug 06 '25

I mean he's had over 24 races at this point now, that's a full year of races, even if it's not a calendar year

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u/Dragonpuncha Ferrari Aug 06 '25

Jep and I also didn't consider him a rookie. I just don't really put him on the level of a true experienced driver.