Overview

• Pérez said he signed for two seasons and cautioned the team faces a tough start where points may be scarce.
• Multiple outlets, citing Motorsport.com, report his deal includes an equal-treatment clause to guarantee parity with Bottas on equipment and updates.
• Max Verstappen said he messaged Pérez to congratulate him and welcomed his return, noting performance will hinge on the car Cadillac produces.
• Senior figures such as Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton backed Cadillac’s veteran pairing, while younger drivers including Gabriel Bortoleto and Liam Lawson criticized the lack of chances for newcomers.
• Cadillac Racing, backed by General Motors and led by Graeme Lowdon, will make its F1 debut in 2026 after unveiling Pérez to fans in Mexico City this week.