# Cadillac F1 Brakes Still Problematic

> Valtteri Bottas admits Cadillac's F1 brakes need management to avoid retirement in Singapore GP.
- Title: Cadillac F1 Brakes Still Problematic · Motorsport | Shortify
- Summary: Valtteri Bottas admits Cadillac's F1 brakes need management to avoid retirement in Singapore GP. Cadillac's brake issues forced Valtteri Bottas to lift and…
- Keywords: valtteri bottas, cadillac racing, singapore gp, brake overheating, lift and coast, formula 1, sports, cars, Cadillac, Brakes, Still, Problematic
- Source: Motorsport — https://motorsport.com/f1/news/cadillacs-f1-brakes-are-still-a-problem-i-had-to-lift-and-coast-on-lap-two/10864720
- Author: Ben Vinel
- Published: 2026-10-13T14:41:29+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: valtteri bottas, cadillac racing, f1, singapore gp, brake overheating, lift and coast, formula 1, sports, cars
## Singapore GP
Valtteri Bottas faced brake overheating issues during Singapore Grand Prix.
## Brake Problems
Cadillac's MAC-26 brakes caused four retirements this season with overheating issues.
## Lift and Coast
Bottas had to lift and coast on lap two due to brake overheating.

> I had to start increasing lift-and-coast on lap two
## Team Response
Cadillac made upgrades in Hungary and Azerbaijan to reduce brake temperature by 100C.
## Pace Issues
Bottas struggled with pace, nearly lapped by Sergio Perez with 96-second deficit.
## Next Race
Bottas expects better performance at United States Grand Prix but remains cautious.

> We know it's going to be another difficult one, but hopefully better than here
## Key takeaway

Cadillac's brake issues forced Valtteri Bottas to lift and coast on lap two during Singapore GP, with the team expecting improvement by next year.