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Sergio Perez has detailed why he responded to F1 retirement speculation with use of a pop culture reference on social media.
Sergio Perez utilized a clip from The Wolf of Wall Street to address rumors of his F1 retirement at the Mexico City Grand Prix, clarifying that he’s not leaving. Despite ongoing speculation about his future with Red Bull Racing and in F1, Perez’s inconsistent form raises concerns about his position with the team. The possibility that his performance might cost Red Bull the championship adds pressure on him. Following the departure of Daniel Ricciardo, reports suggested Perez might retire at his home race, but he debunked the rumors with the movie clip. Perez highlighted the need to set the record straight for his fans and expressed frustration at the baseless rumors that have circulated for years. Despite the lack of retirement confirmation, Perez faced a challenging weekend at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, reinforcing the origins of the unfounded retirement gossip he aimed to dispel. The Mexican driver emphasized the importance of not spreading false information without understanding the facts behind it.
