Cadillac F1 team confirms Sergio Perez's commitment amid rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Cadillac Formula 1 team principal Marcin Budkowski addressed rumors linking Sergio Perez to Williams, reaffirming Perez's commitment to the new team as they compete in the 2026 season. The veteran driver, still in search of his first points for Cadillac due to performance issues, currently leads his teammate, Valtteri Bottas. Budkowski praised Perez's contributions, emphasizing his value despite the challenges faced by the debutant squad. The team's focus remains on improving their competitive performance throughout the ongoing season.
- •Marcin Budkowski denies rumors of Perez moving to Williams.
- •Sergio Perez has not yet scored points in the 2026 season.
- •Perez currently leads teammate Valtteri Bottas.
- •Cadillac is aiming to improve performance as the season progresses.
- 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — Cadillac makes position on Perez-to-Williams speculation crystal clear
- 8:00 PMMotorsport.com — Cadillac F1 team "not distracted" by Sergio Perez to Williams rumours
"New Cadillac Formula 1 team boss Marcin Budkowski has praised Sergio Perez for his role in the 2026 campaign - denying any rumours linking him away from the debutant squad. The 36-year-old joined the American outfit for its F1 debut in 2026 and although he is yet to score a point due to inferior machinery, Perez has still shown what he is capable of. Perez leads team-mate Valtteri Bottas ...Keep reading
"Cadillac CEO Dan Towriss and newly appointed team principal Marcin Budkowski have made their position clear amid recent speculation over a possible move to Williams for Sergio Perez. Yesterday marked a day of major changes for Cadillac, with Graeme Lowdon replaced just halfway through the team's debut Formula 1 season to make way for a familiar face in the paddock in Marcin Budkowski.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 7:25 AMCadillac makes position on Perez-to-Williams speculation crystal clear
Cadillac CEO Dan Towriss and newly appointed team principal Marcin Budkowski have made their position clear amid recent speculation over a possible move to Williams for Sergio Perez. Yesterday marked a day of major changes for Cadillac, with Graeme Lowdon replaced just halfway through the team's debut Formula 1 season to make way for a familiar face in the paddock in Marcin Budkowski.
- Motorsport.comAug 12, 2026, 8:00 PMCadillac F1 team "not distracted" by Sergio Perez to Williams rumours
New Cadillac Formula 1 team boss Marcin Budkowski has praised Sergio Perez for his role in the 2026 campaign - denying any rumours linking him away from the debutant squad. The 36-year-old joined the American outfit for its F1 debut in 2026 and although he is yet to score a point due to inferior machinery, Perez has still shown what he is capable of. Perez leads team-mate Valtteri Bottas ...Keep reading
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