Sergio Perez axed by Red Bull as Max Verstappen to get new F1 team-mate in 2025
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Sergio Perez will not partner Max Verstappen at Red Bull next season. The Mexican racer signed a new contract with the team earlier this year, guaranteeing his place on the 2025 grid. However, his wretched form since putting pen to paper has forced Red Bull's hand.
Since the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, it has been expected that Red Bull would look for an alternative option to race alongside Verstappen going forward. And the Milton Keynes-based squad has now confirmed that Perez has lost his seat. It is understood the 34-year-old's results this season have been poor enough that Red Bull were able to trigger a performance clause in his contract which allows them to make the driver change. Regardless, it is anticipated that Perez will land an ambassadorial role with the outfit.
In a statement confirming his exit, Red Bull said: "After four incredible seasons together, Oracle Red Bull Racing and Sergio Perez have reached an agreement to part ways. During this time Checo played a crucial role in securing multiple Grand Prix wins, countless podium finishes, and two constructors' world championships, significantly contributing to the team's most successful era in Formula 1.".
Perez added: "I'm incredibly grateful for the past four years with Red Bull Racing and for the opportunity to race with such an amazing team. Driving for Red Bull has been an unforgettable experience, and I'll always cherish the success we achieved together.
"We broke records, reached remarkable milestones, and I've had the privilege of meeting so many incredible people along the way. A big thank you to every person in the team from management, engineers and mechanics; catering, hospitality, kitchen, marketing and communications, as well as everyone at Milton Keynes.
