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Valtteri Bottas reveals sad news ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Valtteri Bottas has announced via social media that he and his wife, Emilia, will be getting a divorce. The Finn insists that the relationship has ended amicably and that the two will remain friends.
"Unfortunately I have to let you know that the marriage between Emilia and myself has come to an end," Bottas wrote on social media. "Our ways have split because of the challenges of my career and life situation bring and we think this is the best for both of us and our future lives, so we are separating as friends.
"I will be forever thankful for all the sacrifices she had to make for me, for her support during many years and for all the experiences that we have had together.
"I trust that you will respect both of us and our privacy regarding this matter. This will be all I have to say and comment regarding our divorce."
Unfortunately I have to share you the news that the marriage between Emilia and myself has come to an end: pic.twitter.com/EyaRI6Fp73
— Valtteri Bottas (@ValtteriBottas) November 28, 2019
Emilia, who knows how tough professional sport can be due to her Olympic swimming career added her thoughts on the situation.
"Over time, our paths have taken us apart due to the challenges of our lives and we see this as the best option for our future. We part ways as friends and are grateful to each other for all the years we have spent together," she said.
Bottas will hope that these personal issues do not distract him this weekend and that he is able to end his Formula 1 season on a high.