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Sergio Perez Advances Talks With Cadillac While Alpine and Mercedes Keep Options Open

The former Red Bull driver is evaluating potential Formula 1 returns for 2026, with Cadillac as a frontrunner and Alpine and Mercedes also in consideration.

Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - December 6, 2024 Red Bull's Sergio Perez arrives ahead of practice REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki/File Photo
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Overview

  • Sergio Perez, who left Red Bull and the Formula 1 grid at the end of 2024, is in advanced negotiations with Cadillac for its 2026 debut as the sport's 11th team.
  • Initial talks have taken place between Perez and Alpine, with the team exploring options for its 2026 lineup after switching to Mercedes power units.
  • Perez’s potential move to Mercedes is contingent on George Russell leaving the team, which could depend on Max Verstappen’s future with Red Bull.
  • Cadillac values Perez's experience, technical feedback, and commercial appeal, but no contract has been signed despite speculation.
  • Perez continues training and assessing options with the backing of Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim Domit, emphasizing the need for a competitive and motivating project.