Cadillac gives Perez new F1 deal through 2029
The Race • • sports
Key Points:
- Sergio Perez has signed a contract extension with Cadillac Formula 1 team, securing his seat until at least the 2029 season.
- This deal extends Perez's tenure well beyond the initially expected 2027 end date, highlighting Cadillac's confidence in his performance and leadership.
- Perez is about to make his 300th F1 start, positioning him to climb to third on the all-time starts leaderboard behind only Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton.
- Despite no points scored by Cadillac drivers this season, Perez has outperformed teammate Valtteri Bottas, who has yet to secure a contract beyond 2026.
- Cadillac is considering other drivers such as Colton Herta, Frederik Vesti, and Yuki Tsunoda as potential teammates for Perez in 2027, indicating uncertainty about Bottas's future with the team.
