Sergio Perez F1 ally says axed Mexican star looking at 'several options' over return

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Sergio Perez F1 ally says axed Mexican star looking at 'several options' over return

Sergio Perez is targeting a spot on the grid in 2026

By Kevin McKenna.

Wednesday 18 June 2025 21:00

An ally of axed F1 star Sergio Perez has revealed that the Mexican star is looking at 'several options' regarding a return to the sport.

Perez lost his seat in F1 at the end of the 2024 campaign when Red Bull decided to replace him with Liam Lawson for the 2025 season.

Up until that point, Perez had been an ever-present in the sport since 2011, representing the likes of McLaren, Sauber, and Force India.

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Now, Carlos Slim Domit, one of the Mexican's biggest financial backers during his time in F1, has confirmed that the 35-year-old is far from done with the sport.

"Checo has the support of all of us [the company and sponsors], and of all the fans," he said, as reported by Fox Sports Mexico. "I know he's looking at several options.

Who has been linked with Sergio Perez?

Perez has been linked with a host of teams looking to add an experienced racer to their lineup for 2026.

Cadillac, who will make their introduction to the sport next season, are the team most linked with securing his signature, but nothing has been agreed as things stand.

Alpine have also recently emerged as a potential landing spot for the six-time race winner, with Pierre Gasly their only driver tied down for 2026.

Perez is one of several former racers vying for a return to the grid, with the likes of Valtteri Bottas and Mick Schumacher also believed to be in the thoughts of several team principals.

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