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Max Verstappen tips former Red Bull star Sergio Perez for stunning driver transfer
Reigning F1 champion Max Verstappen has expressed support for his former team-mate Sergio Perez’s potential return to the paddock in 2026. Perez’s successful partnership with Verstappen at Red Bull resulted in back-to-back constructors’ titles in 2022 and 2023 before his departure at the end of the 2024 season due to a drop in form.
Following Perez’s exit, Red Bull struggled to find a suitable replacement for their second seat, with rumors now suggesting his possible comeback in the upcoming season alongside Cadillac’s entry into F1.
Verstappen believes Perez would be a valuable asset to a new team like Cadillac, praising his consistent point-scoring ability demonstrated during his tenure at Racing Point (now Aston Martin) and his knack for adapting to different F1 cars and environments over his career.
Perez’s potential F1 lifeline is backed by his strong performances at Red Bull last year and his six grand prix wins, showcasing his racing prowess that could benefit a team like Cadillac seeking experienced drivers.
