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Max Verstappen has praised former Red Bull team-mate Sergio Perez ahead of the Dutch GP, highlighting the wealth of experience and adaptability he will bring on his return to F1 with Cadillac in 2026.
Max Verstappen praised Sergio Perez for his wealth of experience and adaptability ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, where Perez is set to make his Formula 1 return with Cadillac in 2026. Cadillac confirmed Valtteri Bottas and Perez as their leading pilots for the upcoming season. Verstappen, who shared the Red Bull garage with Perez, lauded his former teammate’s professionalism and unique perspective. He expressed his happiness for Perez’s new opportunity and emphasized the importance of the car’s performance. Verstappen highlighted Perez’s regulatory know-how and the added value his experience brings to Cadillac’s 2026 campaign. The Dutchman underlined Perez’s potential to contribute significantly with his extensive experience driving for various teams and in different regulations. Verstappen acknowledged the challenges of transitioning into Formula 1 but remained optimistic about Perez’s prospects with Cadillac.
