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Sergio Perez has denied that his clash with Liam Lawson in F1’s Mexico City Grand Prix emanated from the RB driver’s eagerness to take his place at Red Bull.
Sergio Perez’s attempt to recover from a difficult Q1 exit during qualifying at his home race came to an end due to a collision with Liam Lawson on Lap 10. The incident resulted in damage to Perez’s Red Bull RB20. Despite initially making the overtake at Turn 4, Lawson and Perez collided at Turn 5, with Lawson showing his frustration as he passed the damaged Red Bull. Perez expressed his displeasure with Lawson’s driving, stating that the New Zealander lacks the “right attitude” for Formula 1. Perez emphasized the need for all parties involved to learn from the incident and ensure such clashes are avoided in the future. The Red Bull team has been evaluating Lawson’s performance in his current role, with the possibility of a promotion to the senior team in mind. However, Perez has dismissed the idea that Lawson’s aggressive driving style is solely motivated by aspirations for a Red Bull seat. Despite the incident, Perez has stressed the importance of focusing on maximizing points to improve the team’s overall performance. Perez’s assessment of the situation has not changed over time, and he remains committed to working towards collective goals within the team.
