As Sergio Perez faces one of the most challenging seasons of his Formula 1 career, his father, Antonio Perez, has expressed unwavering confidence in his son’s potential to rise again and secure a world championship title in the future. Despite a tumultuous 2024 campaign, which has seen Perez’s performance dip dramatically, Antonio believes his son has what it takes to bounce back and dominate the grid.
Sergio Perez, who made his F1 debut in 2011, has established himself as a formidable talent in the sport, achieving multiple Grand Prix victories over the years. From 2020 to 2023, Perez enjoyed a particularly strong run with Red Bull, consistently finishing in the top three in the Drivers’ Championship and becoming a crucial asset to the team alongside Max Verstappen.
However, the 2024 season has been a stark contrast for the Mexican driver. Struggling with balance and setup issues in his Red Bull car, Perez has found it difficult to score points consistently. His struggles were evident at the United States Grand Prix in Austin, where he wrestled with the car while his teammate thrived, benefiting from new upgrades. The downturn in Perez’s form has allowed McLaren to snatch the lead in the Constructors’ Championship, adding more pressure on the Red Bull camp.
But as the F1 circus heads to Mexico, Perez’s home race, Antonio Perez remains optimistic about his son’s future. Speaking with conviction, Antonio boldly declared that Perez will eventually fight for and win the F1 world championship, despite the current challenges.
“The best of Sergio is yet to come,” Antonio Perez asserted. “I am sure that Sergio will eventually have the weapons and tools to fight for the world title. I am very happy to announce that Checo will become world champion at some point.”
While the competition has stiffened, with Ferrari now challenging McLaren for second place in the Constructors’ Championship, Perez’s father maintains that Checo has everything it takes to return to form and compete at the highest level. Despite his son’s current struggles, Antonio’s belief in his son’s capabilities is unwavering.
For Perez, the pressure is mounting. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has emphasized that Perez must step up his performance to help the team reclaim ground in the Constructors’ Championship. Currently, Red Bull trails McLaren by 40 points, with Ferrari also closing in. With just five races left in the season, including two sprints, the pressure is on Perez to deliver strong results and prevent Ferrari from overtaking Red Bull for second place.
As Perez prepares for the high-altitude challenge of his home Grand Prix in Mexico, he will look to deliver a performance worthy of his father’s faith—and reignite his bid for future championship glory.
