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Sergio Perez admits fault after dramatic clash with Valtteri Bottas at Chinese GP

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
March 16, 2026
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Title: Collision Chaos: Sergio Perez Takes Blame for Cadillac’s Turbulent Start at the Chinese Grand Prix!

In a dramatic turn of events at the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix, Sergio Perez has publicly accepted full responsibility for a shocking collision involving his Cadillac teammate, Valtteri Bottas, that marred the race's opening moments. The incident unfolded as the duo battled for a meager 14th place, following a pre-race shake-up that eliminated four competitors before the green flag even waved.

As they approached the notoriously tight Turn 3, Perez attempted to squeeze inside Bottas, only to find himself caught in a precarious position with Fernando Alonso's Aston Martin looming on the outside. The result? A catastrophic clash that sent Perez careening onto the curb, colliding with Bottas's sidepod and spinning out, ultimately damaging his teammate's car in the process.

Despite the chaos, Perez managed to minimize his losses. Thanks to an early safety car, he regained his footing in the race. Bottas, however, was not so fortunate. He managed to overtake Alonso on lap six, while Perez followed suit on lap 15, allowing Cadillac to temporarily lead the charge against their primary rival. But the battle took another twist when Alonso was forced to retire due to crippling vibrations, leaving Cadillac in a precarious yet competitive position.

Ultimately, the Cadillac duo crossed the finish line in 13th and 15th places, with Bottas narrowly edging out Esteban Ocon after the Frenchman collided with Franco Colapinto. Reflecting on the intra-team debacle, Perez candidly labeled the incident a “misjudgement,” asserting, “That was all on me. I saw the gap, I went for it. But obviously, looking at it, Valtteri had nowhere to go. Unfortunately, it ended up costing me the race because I spun and lost a lot of time.”

The Mexican driver revealed further struggles during his race, stating he lost significant time due to engine issues and battery failure during his second stint. “I lost like five seconds. And then later on, I lost another 15 or 20 seconds,” he lamented. However, he remained optimistic, emphasizing the importance of finishing with both cars and acknowledging the need for improvement across the board.

When asked about the importance of maintaining a healthy dialogue with his teammate post-incident, Perez responded, “I think it’s how it should be when there are no bad intentions between teammates. It’s crucial to apologize and recognize when you mess up.” Bottas echoed this sentiment, admitting that the contact left him with significant damage to the left side of his car, making his drive all the more challenging.

Despite the setbacks, Bottas expressed a sense of accomplishment, stating, “Very, very happy to be 13th in our second grand prix for the team, getting already close to the points.” However, he acknowledged the reality of their situation, finishing a staggering 44 seconds behind the 10th-placed Colapinto, making his optimism seem somewhat ambitious.

In a world where performance is paramount, the Cadillac team can take pride in their resilience. As reigning constructors’ champion McLaren faltered by failing to field any cars, Bottas remarked with pride, “For sure we’re lacking pace; we can see that it’s pretty much only Aston at the moment that we can fight with. But at least we can fight with them.”

As the dust settles on this tumultuous race, one thing is clear: the journey for Cadillac is just beginning. With both cars finishing and valuable lessons learned, the team must now focus on overcoming their performance gaps if they hope to challenge the competition in future races. Buckle up, F1 fans—the drama is just getting started!

Tags: Cadillacchinese-grand-prixFernando Alonsoformula-1-enSergio PérezValtteri Bottas
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