Bortoleto's 'Passenger Princess' Appearance Delights Fans

Gabriel Bortoleto has just appeared on Amelia Dimoldenberg's popular YouTube series "Passenger Princess." The episode, filmed during the Austrian Grand Prix weekend, immediately grabbed attention even before its official release.

In this episode, Bortoleto, who now drives for Audi F1 Team, acts as a driving instructor for Dimoldenberg. They tackle fun challenges in an Audi RS 5 Avant, with the Brazilian patiently teaching her how to control speed and hit the apex.

What sets this episode apart is Bortoleto's brutally honest demeanor. When asked about being a passenger, he openly admitted his discomfort: "Not very comfortable. Even when professional drivers are driving, I really struggle to be in the passenger seat." Meanwhile, Dimoldenberg, who tried reaching 60 km/h, confessed it was "really intense," adding, "I feel like I learned that that is probably too fast for me."

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Bortoleto joins a long list of F1 drivers who have featured on the series, including George Russell, Oscar Piastri, and Charles Leclerc. However, his serious yet straightforward teaching style makes him stand out. As of now, his episode has already surpassed 278,000 views. "This was the most serious 'lesson' so far," one fan commented. Another added, "Gabi is giving university professor vibes and I love that, great teacher and brutally honest."

Beyond the entertainment, Bortoleto has reason to be confident. He currently sits 14th in the drivers' standings with 10 points, far ahead of teammate Nico Hulkenberg who has only two. His impressive performance in his debut season is a valuable asset ahead of the next round.

F1 returns with the Dutch Grand Prix from August 21-23. Will Bortoleto maintain his positive momentum? We'll see his action at Zandvoort.