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Sergio Pérez in Advanced Talks with Cadillac for 2026 F1 Return

The former Red Bull driver is exploring opportunities to rejoin Formula 1 as Cadillac prepares for its debut season amid significant regulation changes.

Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - December 8, 2024 Red Bull's Sergio Perez before the race REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki/File Photo
Sergio Perez of Mexico and Oracle Red Bull Racing walks in the Paddock prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 06, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
As well as his experience with Red Bull, Pérez also brings significant income from the Mexican market

Overview

  • Sergio Pérez is in advanced discussions with Cadillac about joining their Formula 1 team for the 2026 season, though no contract has been finalized.
  • Pérez, who left Red Bull at the end of 2024 following a challenging season, has stated he will only return if the project aligns with his motivations and career goals.
  • Cadillac, set to debut as an 11th team in 2026, is evaluating several drivers for its lineup, including Pérez, Valtteri Bottas, Zhou Guanyu, and Colton Herta.
  • Pérez has cited the difficulty of Red Bull's RB20 car, which also caused issues for his replacement Liam Lawson, as a factor in his 2024 struggles.
  • The 2026 regulation changes, which will significantly alter car designs, are expected to level the playing field for returning drivers like Pérez.