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Sergio Perez has the weight of a nation on his shoulders in Formula 1, something which brings with it an incredible amount of fame.
Sergio Pérez has opened up about the challenges of dealing with fame as a Formula 1 driver, especially as the only Mexican driver on the current grid. He began his F1 career with Sauber in 2011 and has since raced for McLaren, Force India/Racing Point, and Red Bull. Although his F1 journey almost ended after not being retained by Racing Point, Red Bull signed him on and he completed four seasons with the team before parting ways in 2024. Pérez then took a one-year break before returning to F1 in 2026 with the new American team, Cadillac. Despite inspiring many with his career, Pérez struggles with the fame that comes with being a public figure and prefers to keep his personal and professional lives separate. He finds fame challenging and hopes for a quieter life in the future.
