Sergio Perez confesses oncoming Red Bull talks over F1 future after Abu Dhabi GP DNF

Sergio Perez's disappointing DNF at the Abu Dhabi GP further impacted his chances of staying at Red Bull in 2025.

Sergio Perez and Helmut Marko (via Planetf1)

Sergio Perez‘s F1 career has loomed in uncertainty throughout 2024. Despite having a contract till 2025, rumors emerged that Checo could lose his seat after this season. Now, Perez has admitted that it is unclear if he will be on the grid in 2025.

The 34-year-old had the worst possible end to the season. Sergio Perez was forced to retire from the race after spinning out on Lap 1. This would undoubtedly have an impact on Red Bull’s plans for the Mexican driver.

Sergio Perez revealed that he will be part of discussions with Red Bull in the coming days. Checo hinted at a potential agreement between himself and Milton Keynes, potentially signaling at an early exit from the team.

Like I said, we’re going to be talking in the coming days and we will discuss the situation from both parties, and see if we are able to reach an agreement.
Sergio Perez said, as reported by RacingNews365

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Sergio Perez gives cryptic contract verdict

Despite mentioning that Red Bull will be in talks over his future, Perez once again pointed back to his contract. The 34-year-old reckoned that if discussions fail, he always has a deal with the team which sees him partner Max Verstappen next season.

Sergio Perez and Liam Lawson (via Total Motorsport)

If not, like I said, I’ve got a contract for next year.
Sergio Perez added

It seems that Perez might finally be forced to leave Red Bull for next season. Liam Lawson is the likely replacement for the Mexican driver if this decision is made. However, Red Bull is yet to make any official call on its driver line-up for 2025.

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