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Perez: Keeping up with car development key to new Red Bull F1 deal
In the 2023 championship, Perez finished second to his teammate Max Verstappen, who had a dominant season with 19 race wins. Perez started the year strongly but struggled to adapt to the car upgrades throughout the season. This caused speculation about his future with the team, as his contract expires after 2024. Perez believes that the key to securing a new contract is to show progress and consistency throughout the season. He acknowledges that he struggled to adjust his driving style to the unique demands of the Red Bull cars, which Verstappen excels at. Perez plans to work closely with the engineers during the winter to improve and make progress with the car next season.
