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Sergio Perez says he and Max Verstappen are only rivals on track and not off it amid increased security for Red Bull at the Mexico City Grand Prix. Verstappen and Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko have…
Sergio Perez emphasized that he and Max Verstappen are only rivals on the race track and not off it, amidst increased security for Red Bull at the Mexico City Grand Prix. Perez stated that the media tends to create a rivalry between them outside of the track, but in reality, there are no external issues between them and they are focused on the sport. He believes that whatever happens on the track should remain there and that is the message they want to convey to the world. Verstappen added that he feels safe and welcomed by the local fanbase, despite having extra security. He also echoed Perez’s comments about the lack of rivalry between them and expressed the need for better behavior and respect in motorsports as a whole.
Source: Racer
