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Cadillac faces electrical issues for Perez and Bottas in Austria

Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:58 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

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Summary

Cadillac encountered mechanical challenges during Friday's practice sessions ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix. Sergio Perez experienced an electrical failure that limited him to just 14 laps in FP1 and two laps in FP2. Valtteri Bottas faced an overheating issue, completing only six laps. Despite these setbacks, Cadillac's Chief Technical Officer expressed optimism regarding their performance upgrades and plans to address reliability for a better showing in upcoming sessions.

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Key Details

•Sergio Perez stopped due to electrical problems in Free Practice 1.
•Valtteri Bottas faced overheating issues later, completing only six laps.
•Both drivers struggled with mechanical reliability on Friday.
•Cadillac shows potential for improved performance with recent upgrades.
•Team aims for a trouble-free FP3 to enhance qualifying chances.

What they're saying

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Cadillac have revealed that an electrical problem impacted Sergio Perez's running on Friday ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, as Valtteri Bottas also suffered issues later in the day.
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