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Sergio Perez is one of 13 drivers without a contract for 2025 but he remains calm about his situation ahead of what could be his last year with Red Bull.
Sergio Perez remains unfazed by the early start to the ‘silly season’ in Formula 1, staying focused on his current situation rather than looking ahead to 2025, especially amidst Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari. With 13 drivers, including Perez, currently without contracts for next year, the race for seats is slowly beginning. Ferrari is fully booked until at least 2027, while Williams Team Principal, James Vowles, disclosed that Alex Albon’s contract extends until the end of 2025. Despite possible options in other top teams, Perez’s fate could still rely on Red Bull’s decision for next season, with Mercedes and Aston Martin presenting potential openings. The high demand for contracts could lead to drivers pushing their limits earlier in the season to secure a spot, making it a pivotal year for Perez, who is gearing up for his 14th season in F1. Focusing on the present, Perez believes that concentrating on his performance rather than his contract status will be key in earning a spot on the 2025 grid. With a renewed focus on taking each race as it comes, Perez aims to maximize his potential on track in 2024, confident that the rest will fall into place naturally if he delivers for Red Bull.
