Sergio Pérez: Return to Cadillac 2026 despite paternal dementia?

Sergio Pérez: Return to Cadillac 2026 despite paternal dementia?

Mexiko-Stadt, Mexiko - Sergio Pérez, the Mexican Formula 1 driver, could soon return to Cadillac, as various news sources report. The hope of a return of the driver, which was previously active for Red Bull Racing, already exists for the 2026 season. After his end at Red Bull, where he separated the connection in the RB20 F1 car in 2024 due to sub-performance and difficulties, Pérez found no place in the overcrowded driver landscape of Formula 1 for the 2025 season. href = "https://www.laola1.at/de/motorsport/Formel-1/news/geruecht-in-mexiko-papa-dapa-dementent-cadillac-kinde/"> laola1 report journalist Luis Manuel lopez from Fox Sports between Pérez and Cadillac during his Rehabilitation period.

Cadillac plans to get into Formula 1 in 2026 and will act as a Ferrari customer team in his debut season. Cadillac has currently not occupied a cockpit for the coming season, which opens up the opportunity for Pérez to become part of the new team. Lopez describes Pérez as an excellent ambassador for the region and emphasizes that Cadillac is looking for an experienced driver to strengthen the team.

contradiction and uncertainties

Despite these positive reports, the question arises whether a return is actually imminent. Antonio Pérez, the father of Sergio, vehemently denied the reports on the Cadillac connection. He explained that his son had "completed with Formula 1" and currently had no contact with the series. This throws a light on the uncertainties and emotions associated with these speculations.

The challenges that Pérez experienced at Red Bull should not be underestimated. After the loss of the constructor Championship, the Mexican's dream career in the premier class of motorsport could be on the brink. Max Verstappen, on the other hand, could secure his fourth title despite the problems that Pérez plagues.

a new regulations for 2026

The return to Cadillac could also be related to the upcoming changes in Formula 1. From 2026 a new regulations will be introduced, which should be aimed at more sustainable drives and should attract new manufacturers. According to Formel1.de , the technical regulation is fully reformed in order to optimize the vehicle structure and make more cost-efficient. The vehicles receive a new shape and the wheelbase is shortened, which could offer interesting new opportunities for the teams.

These developments bring a breath of fresh air to Formula 1 and could be the perfect framework for Pérez in order to prove himself if he actually gets the chance of returning to Cadillac. With his extensive experience in Formula 1 and the support of a solid team, Pérez could come back to the foreground of motorsport.