After a year away from the grid, Sergio “Checo” Pérez officially returns to Formula 1 in 2026, now as a driver for Cadillac, the new team joining the championship. The return of the Mexican driver is one of the most relevant movements of the season and generates enormous expectation among the Hispanic community in the United States.
Perez will share the team with Valtteri Bottas, an experienced duo with which Cadillac seeks to consolidate its position in its first season in the top category.
When does Checo Perez race for the first time with Cadillac?
Checo Perez’s official debut with Cadillac will be at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, to be held March 6-8 in Melbourne.
The main race is scheduled for March 8 at 3:00 p.m. (Melbourne local time).
For those following F1 from the Americas:
Mexico City: Saturday, March 7, 10:00 p.m.
Eastern Time (U.S.): Saturday, March 7, 11:00 p.m.
Pacific Time (U.S.): Saturday, March 7, 8:00 p.m.
These schedules may be adjusted according to official confirmation of the television schedule.
Where to see Checo Perez in the United States?
For Hispanic fans living in the U.S., Formula 1 is broadcast on:
ESPN and ESPN Deportes (television)
F1 TV (official streaming platform, subscription required)
It is recommended to check local programming, especially due to the time difference with Australia, as many races are broadcast at night in the United States. Checo Perez’s debut with Cadillac is coming up.
Pérez will share the team with Valtteri Bottas
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Checo’s new stage with Cadillac
Cadillac makes its debut as a team in 2026 and has opted for experience by signing Checo Pérez and Valtteri Bottas.
The Mexican driver has been clear about expectations:
The team does not come in with a last-place mentality, although it recognizes that competing for the championship in the first year is not the immediate goal.
The challenge for Checo Perez will be to lead the development of the car and score points from the start of the season.
For Mexican and Latino fans in the U.S., his return means direct representation on the grid again after his previous departure from Red Bull Racing.
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