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Sergio Perez had claimed “there’s a reason” other drivers have not remained at Red Bull prior to extending his Formula 1 deal with the team through the 2026 season. Red Bull announced on Tuesday that Perez has penned a two-year renewal to ensure that it has both drivers tied down to contracts heading into F1’s […]
Red Bull announced on Tuesday that Perez has signed a two-year contract renewal, ensuring stability for the team with both drivers locked in ahead of F1’s next rules reset. Perez will continue as Max Verstappen’s teammate for a sixth season, closing in on becoming the longest-serving F1 teammates with 30 races left. This marks a stark contrast to the team’s frequent lineup changes before Perez joined in 2021 to partner Verstappen. While Albon showed promise in 2020, he struggled with the RB16 car, highlighting the challenge of being Verstappen’s teammate. Perez acknowledged the pressure of competing with Red Bull, emphasizing the need to constantly deliver in Formula 1’s high-pressure environment. Despite the negotiations and uncertainties, Perez remains focused on performing at his best to challenge his talented teammate.
