Sergio Perez approaches the Mexican Grand Prix with a mix of emotions and pressure. On one hand, the excitement of racing in front of his home fans, on the other the weight of the rumors that he is increasingly close to leaving Red Bull. However, there are those who have never stopped believing in the Mexican driver, namely his father, Antonio Perez: the latter continues to maintain that his son, Sergio, still has what it takes to win a world title. Despite the difficulties encountered in recent seasons.
Perez, the dream of a world title
Antonio Perez has never lost faith in his son’s abilities. Despite his recent difficulties on the track, Sergio Perez’s father is convinced that Checo can still aspire to the world title.Checo's best is yet to come”, he declared in an interview with the Mexican newspaper Record. "I am sure that, given the right time, Checo will have the means to fight for the world championship. I am excited and I can say that my son will be world champion”. Words full of optimism, which come at a time when Perez's career seems to be going through a crucial phase.
The difficulties of the season
Sergio Perez started the 2024 season with promising results, scoring podiums in the opening races and contributing to several Red Bull one-two finishes. However, from mid-season onwards, his performances began to decline. He failed to reach the podium after the fifth race, and the United States Grand Prix represented a further step back. Perez finished last among the top four teams, beaten even by George Russell, who started from the pit lane. Despite the difficulties, the Mexican driver is keeping his spirits high and is banking on his home weekend.
The pressure of the Mexican Grand Prix
Racing in Mexico is always a special challenge for Perez. The support from his fans is immense, but the pressure to perform well in front of his home crowd can be overwhelming. “Mexico is the biggest weekend of the season for me,” Perez said. “Every year it gets bigger and bigger. Even in Austin, it felt like home, so I think this week will be a little crazy! The important thing will be to tune out the noise outside the track and focus on the job at hand.”
An uncertain future?
As Antonio Perez sees a world title on the horizon for his son, rumours are swirling about the future Checo's feelings at Red Bull are not abating. His inconsistent results, combined with the pressure of having to live up to Max Verstappen, make the situation increasingly uncertain. However, the Mexican seems determined to prove his worth, hoping that the home race can mark a turning point in his season.