Sergio Perez reflects on Formula 1 career and his move to Cadillac
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 2:26 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Cadillac Formula 1 driver Sergio Perez stated that he regrets not enjoying his earlier years in the sport more due to the extreme pressure to perform. After entering the series with Sauber in 2011 and later moving through McLaren and Force India, Perez spent four years at Red Bull alongside Max Verstappen. He acknowledged that the intensity of the environment at Red Bull, coupled with persistent scrutiny, made it difficult to appreciate his achievements during that period. Following his departure from Red Bull after the 2024 season, Perez joined Cadillac for the current campaign. He is now focused on prioritizing his enjoyment during the remaining stages of his career. Despite reliability challenges for his new team this year, the driver remains committed to his role alongside teammate Valtteri Bottas.
- •Sergio Perez debuted in Formula 1 with Sauber in 2011.
- •Perez served as a teammate to Max Verstappen at Red Bull from 2021 through 2024.
- •Perez joined the Cadillac F1 team alongside Valtteri Bottas this season.
- •The Cadillac team has faced multiple reliability issues leading to retirements in recent Grands Prix.
- 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Cadillac F1 Driver Sergio Perez Reveals His Greatest F1 Regret and Vows to Enjoy His ‘Final Part’
"Cadillac F1 driver Sergio Perez has opened up about one of his biggest regrets in Formula 1, admitting that he wishes he had enjoyed the sport more amid the constant pressure to perform. That pressure prevented him from fully appreciating…
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