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Sergio Perez reveals shocking confession: he peed in his F1 car before a race!

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
January 8, 2026
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Sergio Perez reveals shocking confession: he peed in his F1 car before a race!

Formula One F1 - Las Vegas Grand Prix - Las Vegas Strip Circuit, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States - November 21, 2024 Red Bull's Sergio Perez during practice REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein

Sergio Perez Drops a Shocking Confession: He Pee’d in His F1 Car Before a Race!

In the glamorous world of Formula 1, where speed meets sophistication, fans often forget that drivers are human too—vulnerable to the same bodily functions as the rest of us. Enter Sergio Perez, the Mexican racing sensation, who recently made headlines by admitting to a rather embarrassing secret: he once peed in his F1 car before a race. Yes, you read that right!

During a revealing episode of Hot Ones Versus with his new teammate Valtteri Bottas, Perez candidly recounted the incident that left him red-faced. “Yes, I have. But it was before a race, not during. It was after the national anthem and there was no time. And it was before my mechanics strapped me in, so it was…a little bit embarrassing,” he shared, showcasing the raw honesty that fans love.

But Perez isn’t alone in his unfortunate predicament. The racing world is rife with stories of drivers who have had to relieve themselves mid-race. In fact, many have admitted to soiling their suits during intense moments, especially when the pressure is on and a safety car deployment disrupts their race strategy. Lewis Hamilton, for example, once revealed in a 2016 interview that his Mercedes mechanics told him that the legendary Michael Schumacher “peed every single time he was in the car.” Given the notorious heat inside an F1 cockpit, it’s almost comforting to know that even the greats have had their moments of weakness.

However, the revelations don’t stop at F1. NASCAR drivers have taken the notion of racing while ‘uncomfortable’ to a whole new level. The infamous Tony Stewart once won a race in 2004 despite battling a stomach bug that forced him to defecate in his suit—talk about grit! Current champion Kyle Larson also shared a harrowing tale from last season, saying, “I had a stomach bug going on…and had to relieve some pressure.” He noted the perils of his white suit, expressing concern over what might have happened back there.

And if you think that’s where the horror stories end, think again! Shane van Gisbergen, speaking seconds after clinching victory in Mexico City last year, bluntly stated he was “pretty rubbish today, leaking out both holes.” Meanwhile, Tyler Reddick was brutally honest over team radio during the season finale, declaring: “Yeah, I’m throwing up, sh***ing myself, all of it.”

So, while Formula 1 is often perceived as the epitome of elegance and prestige, it seems that even the most refined drivers have their own share of embarrassing moments. Whether it’s Perez’s pre-race admission or the more graphic tales from NASCAR, one thing is clear: racing is not for the faint-hearted. It’s a high-octane thrill ride that comes with its own set of challenges—some more personal than others!

As we await the next racing season, one can’t help but wonder how many more jaw-dropping confessions await us. Stay tuned!

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