Pérez Says That With the Right Car He Would Already Be F1 Champion

Sergio Pérez keeps his dream of being Formula 1 champion intact, the 36 year old Mexican said that with the right circumstances and the perfect car he would have already achieved the title: "The dream is still there and I have what it takes, we Mexicans never give up and we always try to come back stronger" declared Pérez in an interview for Esses magazine, in which he was more convinced than ever of his ability to reach the top.

The Cadillac driver, who is in his first season with the American team, is aware of what it takes to be champion: "If I had the right circumstances and the perfect car, I'm sure I would already be champion" commented the Mexican, who in his time at Red Bull came to fight for the world drivers' championship but never managed to lead the standings due to Max Verstappen's hegemony. In those years Pérez was an excellent wingman but he always knew that his opportunity would come if the conditions were right.

Despite being in a new team and at the back of the grid, Pérez does not lose hope: "I have proven to myself that I am one of the best at my level, it is a process we are going through, trying to improve as much as possible, as quickly as possible" he pointed out.

The Mexican believes he still has years left to achieve his goal: "(I have) a maximum of four years (before retiring)" he stated, making it clear that his retirement is not close and that his ambition remains intact.

Pérez, who has not scored points so far this season, trusts that Cadillac can take a step forward in the future. "Never give up" is the phrase that identifies him and that he constantly repeats to stay motivated. The Mexican knows the road is long but he does not give up, every race is an opportunity to learn and get closer to his goal. The Red Bull stage is behind him and Pérez is living a new process with Cadillac, the American team is in its debut year and cannot fight for podiums and wins but the Mexican trusts that the project can grow.

"Regardless of the result, we never want to give up" he assured. The dream of being champion is what motivates him, Pérez knows he needs a competitive car but trusts that Cadillac can give it to him in the future: "I have proven to myself that I am one of the best at my level", he repeated with the conviction of someone who knows that talent is not lacking. Pérez's determination is an example of perseverance, the Mexican has shown throughout his career that he never gives up, and his dream of being champion remains intact.

At 39 he believes he still has time to achieve it, Cadillac is his new opportunity and he trusts that the team can take the necessary step forward. Formula 1 is a sport of circumstances, and Pérez hopes that his will change soon. In the meantime, he keeps working and dreaming.