Red Bull’s Montreal performance yielded mixed results. While Max Verstappen won the title, his teammate Sergio Perez had a different day. The clouds were all over the track, Gilles Villeneuve, making it a difficult day for the drivers. As a result, spectators watched a few collisions, as the early rains made control difficult. Moreover, Sergio Perez had a couple of nightmarish outings at Monaco and Montreal.
While speculations of Red Bull replacing him were buzzing, the team showcased faith in the Mexican. As a result, his contract was extended, and he will be Max Verstappen’s partner for the upcoming seasons. However, the 34-year-old racer is willing to follow the paths of Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton. In other words, the experienced racer wants to increase longevity, pushing his career beyond the 40s.
Checo Reveals Future Ambitions: Red Bull Extension Won’t Be His Final Contract
Sergio Perez expressed that, considering the longevity of careers like Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton, he believes he still has a significant amount of time left in his career. Further, he emphasized that his recent contract extension with Red Bull will not likely be his last. Although committing to a two-year stint in Formula 1 demands considerable time and energy, Perez remains optimistic about his future in the sport. Moreover, Checo made it clear that he wants to finish his career at Red Bull, a team he highly values for its contributions to his career. Conjointly, the Mexican revealed that he had discussions with several other teams before finalizing his decision. Still, his primary goal was to remain with Red Bull for the 2025 season and beyond. Despite having different options, Perez’s dedication to Red Bull was unwavering, describing it as his plan A, B, and C.
Furthermore, he highlighted the intense and challenging environment at Red Bull on and off the track, which he finds unique compared to his previous experiences in Formula 1. This intensity motivates him to give his best to the team until the end of his career. Perez appreciated the straightforward nature of the recent contract negotiations, attributing the ease to his familiarity and established relationship with the team. The six-time race winner remains fully committed and eager to continue contributing to Red Bull’s success, reaffirming his dedication to giving 100 percent to the team.
Teammate Not Surprised By Max Verstappen Being Ranked Higher Than Lewis Hamilton
Liam Lawson says it is fair that Max Verstappen is presently ranked higher than Lewis Hamilton in Formula One 2024. He credits this to Verstappen’s remarkable form and the quality of his squad in recent years.
While praising Hamilton’s competitiveness, Lawson observes that comparisons in Formula One are difficult because drivers can only be accurately compared to their colleagues. As a result, he finds it difficult to compare drivers from various teams directly, highlighting Verstappen’s success inside his team.
