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Williams’ Franco Colapinto warmly received praise from Sergio Perez after the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix last weekend.
Franco Colapinto and Checo Perez had impressive performances in the Singapore Grand Prix, starting 12th and 13th respectively and finishing in ninth and 10th positions as they quickly made their way up the grid. Perez acknowledged Colapinto’s strong defensive skills during the race, praising him over the team radio for being difficult to pass. Colapinto, a young Argentine driver admiring Perez since his early F1 watching days, expressed his admiration for the Mexican driver and the opportunity to race against him on the track. Despite Perez managing to undercut Colapinto during pit stops, both drivers showed great sportsmanship and respect for each other post-race. With only six more races left in the season for Colapinto, he faces the prospect of returning to Formula 2 or becoming a reserve driver for Williams in 2025 unless he secures a full-time F1 seat. The United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, will be the next battleground for Colapinto, Williams, Perez, and Red Bull to showcase their talents and skills on October 18-20.
