Introduction to Sergio “Checo” Pérez and His New Team
After a year-long break from Formula 1 following his departure from Red Bull Racing, Mexican driver Sergio “Checo” Pérez has been announced as part of Cadillac’s lineup for the 2026 season. The American team made its Formula 1 debut in May of this year, sparking speculation about Pérez’s potential inclusion in their new era.
Pérez’s Impressive Formula 1 Career
With six Grand Prix victories to his name, Sergio “Checo” Pérez brings valuable experience to help develop and fine-tune the car during this initial year of adaptation and growth. Alongside him will be Finnish driver Valtteri Bottas, who has an impressive career since his debut with Williams in 2013. Bottas has raced for teams like Mercedes-Benz, Alfa Romeo, and KIMI Racing (formerly Sauber), achieving his best results with Mercedes-Benz, where he secured two consecutive second-place finishes in the drivers’ championship in 2019 and 2020.
Cadillac’s Formula 1 Operations
The Cadillac Formula 1 team will operate from three technical development centers: Fishers, Indiana; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Silverstone, United Kingdom. They will also receive support from TWG Motorsports and General Motors.
Sergio “Checo” Pérez’s Formula 1 Achievements
- F1 Debut: 2011
- Grands Prix Contested: 281
- Wins: 6
- Podiums: 39
- Pole Positions: 3
- Fastest Laps: 12
- Best Championship Finish (Drivers’): 2nd place in 2023
Sergio “Checo” Pérez’s Formula 1 Victories
- Grand Prix of Sakhir, 2020, Racing Point
- Grand Prix of Azerbaijan, 2021, Red Bull
- Grand Prix of Monaco, 2022, Red Bull
- Grand Prix of Singapore, 2022, Red Bull
- Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia, 2023, Red Bull
- Grand Prix of Azerbaijan, 2023, Red Bull
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Sergio “Checo” Pérez? Sergio “Checo” Pérez is a Mexican Formula 1 driver who made his debut in 2011 and has since accumulated six Grand Prix victories, 39 podiums, and three pole positions.
- Why is Pérez joining Cadillac in Formula 1 significant? Pérez’s addition to the Cadillac team marks a new era for the American manufacturer in Formula 1, bringing his experience and expertise to help develop and fine-tune the car.
- Who is Valtteri Bottas and what is his relevance? Valtteri Bottas is a Finnish Formula 1 driver with an impressive career, having raced for teams like Mercedes-Benz and Williams. He achieved two consecutive second-place finishes in the drivers’ championship with Mercedes-Benz in 2019 and 2020.
- Where will Cadillac’s Formula 1 operations be based? Cadillac’s Formula 1 team will operate from three technical development centers: Fishers, Indiana; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Silverstone, United Kingdom. They will also receive support from TWG Motorsports and General Motors.
