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Cadillac F1 team with Sergio Perez

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2026-08-10 03:13 UTC → 2026-08-12 07:18 UTC · added removed

In early August, Mexican driver Sergio Pérez praised the new Cadillac Formula 1 programme, rating his performance “close to 10” and expressing satisfaction with his pace. However, following the Hungarian Grand Prix, Pérez voiced frustration that the car’s performance fell short of his expectations and called for a faster development pace. Cadillac team principal Graeme Lowdon denied any internal tension, characterizing the drivers’ differing views as a normal part of building a new squad and emphasizing that such feedback would help improve the car. squad. By early August 2026, speculation intensified regarding Pérez's future, with reports linking him to the Williams F1 Team for the 2027 season. Analysts noted that his experience and commercial backing from Latin American brands could make him an attractive option for teams managing budgets. budgets, particularly given his estimated annual salary of $7–$8 million. In response to these rumors, response, Lowdon denied any reports of a contractual rupture, stating stating, “It is very important to make absolutely clear that there is no not a shred of truth or evidence to suggestions support any of the rumors suggesting that Pérez or teammate Valtteri Bottas are [Bottas] is at risk. risk or that Checo could go to another team.” Pérez is currently remains contracted with Cadillac through the end of the 2027 season, 2027, with an option to extend for an additional year. While reports suggest Cadillac may be evaluating younger talent, such as Formula 2 drivers Rafael Camaraque and Nikola Tsolov, extend. Pérez has since addressed his return to the sport following his departure from Red Bull Racing at the end of 2024. He attributed his previous difficulties at Red Bull to team maintains circumstances rather than a decline in personal ability, stating he was already driving at a high level despite the team's development direction. He noted that its current lineup remains stable. adapting to the intense F1 schedule and travel has been his primary challenge while competing alongside Valtteri Bottas.

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  1. 2026-08-12 07:18 UTC Cadillac F1 team with Sergio Perez
  2. 2026-08-10 03:13 UTC Cadillac F1 team with Sergio Perez
  3. 2026-08-07 02:33 UTC Cadillac F1 team with Sergio Perez

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