P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull was not to blame for the unsafe release that saw Perez penalised during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
“Sergio Perez admitted fault for the unsafe release incident that resulted in a five-second penalty at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, involving Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso during the pit stop chaos triggered by Lance Stroll’s crash. Despite the penalty, Perez managed to secure second place but lost the opportunity to challenge his teammate Max Verstappen for the race win. Starting with a thrilling battle against Charles Leclerc, Perez reflected on his race, acknowledging the strong start he had. However, the early safety car deployment affected their strategy, as most drivers opted to pit, including Perez. Admitting his mistake in misjudging the situation during the unsafe release, Perez explained that despite checking his surroundings, the penalty was deemed fair and had an impact on their overall performance. He highlighted the importance of situational awareness from the driver’s perspective and how his error influenced the race outcome, emphasizing the need for caution in such tight situations.”
