Big news from the Cadillac Formula 1 Team: a fresh and exciting driver lineup has been announced. Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas will join the iconic team and lead its Formula 1 campaign through the 2026 season. While their careers have followed different trajectories, both drivers are proven veterans who together bring extensive Grand Prix experience and podium finishes.
Who Is Sergio Pérez?
Sergio Pérez is a veteran race car driver with six Grand Prix victories. He's well-regarded for his ability to collect points consistently and for his expertise in tire management. After competing in Formula 1 through 2024, Pérez will begin racing for Cadillac in 2026. Among his accomplishments are a runner-up finish in the 2023 Formula 1 World Drivers' Championship and six Grand Prix championships accumulated over almost 15 seasons.
Who Is Valtteri Bottas?
Valtteri Bottas is a seasoned racer and a 10-time Grand Prix winner who's competed for top teams like Mercedes and Alfa Romeo. He joined Mercedes in 2017 and will begin with Cadillac in 2026, bringing practical technical knowledge and on-track experience. His early karting days, engineering studies, and military service all contributed to the discipline he uses in racing.
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Together, Pérez and Bottas want to boost Cadillac's standing in Formula 1. They praise the Cadillac team as one of the world's most remarkable racing squads and are honored to join. With their combined experience and talent, they hope to make the team virtually unstoppable. Backed by General Motors and TWG Motorsports, Cadillac's odds of success further improve.
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