Mexican driver Sergio ‘Checo’ Pérez officially confirmed his return to Formula 1 for the 2026 season with the U.S. Cadillac F1 Team.
This news, already the subject of multiple rumors since 2025, takes shape after almost a year away from the grid. Checo Pérez joins Finland’s Valtteri Bottas to lead the team from his full debut in the category.
What does your contract and objectives entail?
The agreement that Checo Perez signed with Cadillac is multi-year in nature, demonstrating a long-term commitment from both the driver and the team.
The Mexican explained that he is motivated to close his career “at the top” and that this new stage will allow him to do so on his own terms.
During 2025, he carried out simulator tests and is preparing physically to get back into the rhythm.
Challenges and outlook for the 2026 season
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Cadillac debuts in Formula 1 in 2026 with ambitious plans.
The team will use Ferrari power units in its first year and seeks to take advantage of the experience of Checo Pérez and Bottas to build a competitive project.
Although the immediate results are expected to be less than stellar, the experiment is set to grow in the long term.
For Checo, this new start is the great revenge and the opportunity to prove that he is still in a competitive state.
What’s next for Checo?
He is training physically to regain his rhythm
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With the commercial and sporting announcement now formalized, all eyes will be on the 2026 pre-season and the official unveiling of Cadillac’s new single-seater.
For Hispanic fans living in the United States, the return of Checo Perez is great news:
From wearing the pilot’s colors, following the team’s transmissions and feeling part of its history.
In addition, Hispanic brands could become even more involved, promoting the cultural link between motorsports and the Latino community.
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