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Sergio Perez signed a new 1+1 deal with Red Bull to keep him with the team for 2025 and potentially for 2026.
Sergio Perez has signed a new contract with Red Bull, expressing his desire to continue alongside Max Verstappen due to the challenge it presents. The initial two-year extension revealed in Canada turned out to be a 1+1 deal, securing Perez with Red Bull until 2025 with a team option for 2026. Despite having other options, Perez’s main goal was always to stay with Red Bull, cherishing the hard work and dedication of his team. The opportunity to be Verstappen’s teammate and face the mental challenges that come with it was a pivotal reason for Perez’s decision to remain with the team. Perez sees the challenge of partnering with Verstappen as a unique opportunity for growth and improvement that he wouldn’t find at any other team.
