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Sergio Perez insists that he’s not “setting any timelines” when it comes to his desire to achieve an extension to
Mexican driver Sergio Perez is approaching the final season of his current contract with Red Bull Racing and is feeling the pressure to secure a contract renewal after a challenging previous season. Despite facing a significant points gap behind his teammate Max Verstappen, Perez expressed his desire to stay with Red Bull during the launch of the team’s 2024 car. He emphasized his focus on the present season and not getting distracted by rumors about his future in Formula 1. Although there have been speculations about potential replacements for Perez in 2025, Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner has indicated that the seat alongside Verstappen is Perez’s to lose. Perez, with his 14th season in F1, maintains a calm and focused attitude, prioritizing performance on the track as he navigates the uncertainty surrounding his future in the sport.
