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Checo Pérez Returns to the Track for Cadillac in Ferrari SF-23 Test at Imola

Ferrari-backed TPC running is focused on drilling Cadillac’s crew ahead of the team’s 2026 debut.

Overview

  • Pérez turned laps in a black-painted 2023 Ferrari SF-23 as Cadillac began its on-track preparations at Imola.
  • Ferrari ceded two official test days and will supply power units to Cadillac for the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
  • The outing was conducted under F1’s Testing Previous Cars rules to train staff and refine procedures, according to team director Graeme Lowdon.
  • Around 50 personnel were involved, with roughly 30 from Ferrari and 20 from Cadillac under the supervision of Peter Crolla.
  • Valtteri Bottas did not participate due to his Mercedes contract, and the Imola program is scheduled to continue through November 14.