Overview
- Pérez posted an Instagram story on Saturday saying, “Hermanos venezolanos… Mis oraciones con ustedes. ¡Libre Venezuela!”
- Coverage placed the message after reports that Nicolás Maduro was detained in Caracas by U.S. action reportedly ordered by President Donald Trump.
- The post drew positive responses from fans and social media users who thanked the Mexican driver for his show of support.
- Other athletes also addressed Venezuelans during the unfolding crisis, including former national team defender Gabriel Cichero.
- Pérez is slated to return to Formula 1 this year with Cadillac, partnering with Valtteri Bottas following his departure from Red Bull.