Valtteri Bottas has received significant criticism from the people who believe he is not doing a good enough job alongside Lewis Hamilton. However, the Finn has consistently defended himself against such criticism.

Instead of letting his critics tear him down, he uses this criticism to motivate himself. A report states that during Episode 3 of the Drive to Survive series, Bottas took a hilarious jab at his teammates’ singing skills.

“The fact Hamilton – who we hear singing in the room next door while the cameras are filming, with Bottas saying with a smile, ‘I think he’s a better driver than a singer’ – is known around the world does not make him a better racing driver.”

For those unaware, Hamilton’s taken a keen interest in music and is often seen creating or sharing his work on social media. Notably, the defending champion appeared in a music video featuring Christina Aguilera.

“Lewis is a big worldwide star compared to me. Pretty much everyone knows the name Lewis Hamilton, but not so many people know the name Valtteri Bottas. But my strength against him is that I want the title more than him,” said the Finnish driver.

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Valtteri Bottas claims he can win the title this season

The Finnish driver had a string of bad luck last season. He fell way behind in the championship race. However, Bottas opened up about his winter preparations and believes he can win the title this season.

“Although Lewis has won the titles, [whilst we have been] team mates over the years I’ve been with the team, I’m going into the new year starting afresh with this edge.”

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“Absolutely I believe I can fight for the title and that’s of course my goal for the season. That’s my target, but it’s a long way until that and we need to take it really step by step,” said the Mercedes driver.

Valtteri Bottas started the last season with a win. He will hope to start the 2021 campaign on a positive note as well. Hopefully, he will not run into a chain of bad lucks and continue to compete against Hamilton all season.

Do you believe Bottas can challenge Hamilton for the title this season?