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The Mexican has started the season with a pair or second-place finishes to Max Verstappen.
Sergio Perez admits he is still not feeling completely comfortable in his Red Bull Formula 1 car despite starting the season effectively, with two P2 finishes in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Red Bull appears to be leading with their RB20, much like they did with the RB19 in 2023, but competitor teams are hopeful of narrowing the gap. Perez had a decent showing in Saudi Arabia but believes a messy Friday qualifying session cost him a better race, as he continues to adjust to the new RB20 machine. Despite the current discomfort, Perez acknowledges that he is learning how to optimize performance, although he admits to missing out on opportunities, such as qualifying on the front row in Bahrain. His focus is now on improving the car’s configuration and tire management to be more competitive against his rivals, particularly his teammate, Max Verstappen.
