Sergio “Checo” Perez sadly left the world of Formula 1 in December 2024. He announced that he and Red Bull had reached an agreement to part ways, despite having 2 years left in his contract. His departure followed his underwhelming 2024 season in F1. Perez failed to secure a single win during 2024, and with only 4 podiums in total this made it his worst performing season. Since his hiatus, “a few teams” have supposedly approached Perez and proposed a possible return for the 2026 season. He has made it strikingly clear that this is a decision he won’t make hastily.
The Rise and Fall of Checo’s Red Bull Career
Checo’s time at Red Bull Racing was a rollercoaster. In 2021, he joined the team as Max Verstappen’s teammate. Even though he didn’t always have the same dominance as Verstappen on track, Checo still delivered impressive results. His win in Azerbaijan proved his worth as a key asset to the team. In 2022, he secured another win at the Monaco Grand Prix and showed consistency through the season.
However as the 2023 season progressed, it became clear that Checo’s performance had begun to slip. While Verstappen continued to shine, Checo struggled with his consistency which put a lot of pressure on him to match Verstappen’s performance. Such a task would be challenging for any Formula One driver, but could he make a comeback?
What Could a Comeback Look Like?
While Checo’s future in F1 seems uncertain, the idea of a comeback is far from out of the question. F1 is a sport where talent and experience is always in demand, and Checo has proven time and again that he is more than capable. Many teams would have Checo at the top of their list for the 2026 season. According to sources, Cadillac may have an interest in giving a seat to him next year. Their official entry into F1 2026 combined with Checo’s experience and skill make for a good start to the season.
The Road Ahead
While nothing is set in stone, the possibility of Sergio Pérez making a return to Formula 1 is definitely interesting. His experience, skill, and connection with fans make him a sought-after driver. These next few
months will be critical for Checo’s future. Regardless of where he ends up one thing is certain: Checo’s legacy in Formula 1 will continue to inspire fans and drivers alike. So, has Checo had his time? Or should he make a comeback?
Stay tuned for updates and let us know your ideas!
Update 1
28th May 2025
Rumours have begun to intensify as the Miami Grand Prix approaches quickly. Checo is supposedly attending the event with Cadillac present. They are set to reveal their livery (it is believed) during race week and fans have connected Perez to this situation. This is all speculation as of now. However, it is certainly going to be interesting when the day arrives!
Update 2
4th June 2025
Cadillac has announced its first official partner for the 2026 Formula 1 season. Tommy Hilfiger will represent their apparel. This partnership is what Cadillac stands for and is attempting to bring to the world of motorsports. They are taking an all American approach when it comes to their brand identity and this is therefore going to be reflected in their sponsors and partners. They are yet to announce any other partners/ sponsors however many predict they are taking the same all American approach to every aspect of their branding.
Update 3
10th June 2024
Many are speculating even stronger that Perez is making a return to the F1 grid. The official F1 Instagram account posted a Lawrence Barretto quote regarding Checo.
He said that “Perez is hungry to get back on the grid” and referred back to the rumour of Perez speaking with other teams about a return.
Could this be true? And might we see a strong comeback from Perez?