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Rumors surrounding Sergio Perez’s future in Formula 1 have been swirling lately, sparking conversations about a possible retirement. Recent performances and circulating speculations have fueled these discussions, leaving fans wondering about Perez’s future. However, Perez has addressed these rumors in a unique and lighthearted manner.
So, what did Sergio Perez say about retiring from F1? Here is everything you need to know about his future in the sport.
Is Sergio Perez retiring from F1?
Sergio Perez is not retiring from F1.
Perez, who has been with Red Bull since 2021, has faced a difficult season, particularly after a frustrating Singapore Grand Prix, where he finished 10th following a tough qualifying session that left him starting from 13th on the grid. These struggles, combined with Red Bull’s diminishing dominance on the track this year, have sparked rumors about Perez’s potential retirement. Some sources even claimed that Perez was planning to announce his retirement in front of his home crowd at the Mexican Grand Prix, despite having signed a contract extension earlier this season during the Canadian Grand Prix.
Nevertheless, Perez has addressed the retirement rumors directly and with humor. Dismissing any immediate plans to depart the sport, he reassured fans that he’s not going anywhere.
What did Sergio Perez say about retirement rumors?
Sergio Perez addressed the retirement rumors with lighthearted humor via a post on X. He shared a famous scene from The Wolf of Wall Street, where Leonardo DiCaprio’s character, Jordan Belfort, boldly announces he’s not leaving his company. Perez accompanied the video with a simple “sorry” and some playful emojis.
Perez struggled in Singapore, finishing in 10th place and securing just one point, raising questions about his future with Red Bull. Recently, Red Bull’s team principal, Christian Horner, admitted that Perez has been underperforming, further fueling speculation. Horner was also asked why Perez has been given more leeway compared to drivers like Pierre Gasly and Alex Albon, who were let go after similar struggles.
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