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Sergio Perez at RB19 launch

Perez praises Aston Martin and Honda deal: 'They're here to win'

Sergio Perez at RB19 launch — Photo: © LAT Images
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Perez praises Aston Martin and Honda deal: 'They're here to win'

Sergio Perez has admitted his feelings about Honda's partnership with Aston Martin after the two parties announced their collaboration for the 2026 season

Sergio Perez has commented on Honda's return to F1 with Aston Martin, claiming that the Silverstone-based team are 'here to win'.

The Japanese engine manufacturer has agreed a deal to return to F1 in 2026, partnering up with the Aston Martin team, who have until now been partnered with Mercedes.

Honda only left F1 at the end of 2021, stepping away from Red Bull and helping guide the team in the infantry of the Red Bull Powertrains department.

However, the Japanese company are now back on motorsport's biggest stage, joining up with Aston Martin as they look to establish themselves as F1 frontrunners for the long term.

READ MORE: Mercedes ECSTATIC with new Red Bull info after Monaco Grand Prix

Perez impressed with Aston Martin

“I think Aston Martin is doing very interesting stuff, and now they’re bringing in Honda," Perez said in an interview with Fox Sports Premium MX.

"They are here to win, they do everything they can (Honda) and they have great passion."

Honda had previously worked with Red Bull in F1, as recently as 2021
Honda had previously worked with Red Bull in F1, as recently as 2021

Perez also referenced the role that Honda played in Red Bull's recent F1 success, particularly during the 2021 season.

"They’ve been very important to all the Red Bull achievements.

"Right now, they are competitive (at Aston Martin) but this tell us that they will become an even better team.”

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