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The F1 star who refused to drive without the Pope in his car
Sergio Perez has a unique superstition in which he won’t drive an F1 car without a picture of the Pope in the cockpit, as revealed by former race strategist Bernie Collins.
Collins mentioned this revelation on a recent Sky Sports F1 Show, emphasizing the importance of drivers’ race rituals.
Despite an attempt to make it electronic for weight-saving purposes, Perez insisted on having the physical picture of the Pope in the car.
Although it is uncertain if Perez still maintains this practice at Cadillac, the move to an American team could be a nod to the American pope at that time.
Pope Francis, a famous F1 fan, could appreciate Perez’s tribute, possibly making him the first F1 driver to homage Depeche Mode with his unique superstition.
