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Sergio Perez is preparing for his Formula 1 return with Cadillac while shedding the last of the baggage from a turbulent late-2024 exit from Red Bull
Sergio Perez is gearing up for his Formula 1 comeback with Cadillac while leaving behind the challenges he faced during his tumultuous exit from Red Bull at the end of 2024, where he felt everything was a problem. After being dropped by Red Bull for 2025, Perez returns to the F1 grid this year along with Valtteri Bottas to lead Cadillac’s new General Motors-backed project. Perez believes the Cadillac team has the potential to become a top team in Formula 1, and he is determined to make a lasting impact with them. Despite facing difficulties at Red Bull and feeling like he was seen as a distraction, Perez is focused on giving his best with Cadillac and moving past his challenging time at Red Bull. His struggles at Red Bull were attributed to the team’s development direction favoring Max Verstappen and causing Perez’s performance to suffer. Through it all, Perez remains resilient and determined to make the most out of his new opportunity with Cadillac in Formula 1.
