Cadillac boss cuts all ties to Checo‑Williams speculation
Marcin Budkowski, chief executive of the 2026‑debut Cadillac Formula 1 team, confirmed that Sergio Pérez will remain with the squad for the entire season.
Experience outweighs uncertainty
Budkowski stressed that a seasoned driver like Pérez “is an asset to a young team,” adding that his background at Red Bull and his familiarity with high‑performance cars “provides essential stability.”
Qualifying edge over teammate Bottas
Pérez now tops the qualifying group, beating Valtteri Bottas by nine positions, indicating his driving prowess even on the back‑handed MAC‑26 chassis.
Behind‑the‑scenes development push
The Mexican driver reports to team leadership that he is “pushing the service and technical teams hard” in improving the MAC‑26, citing his 292 starts and six wins as a foundation for constructive feedback.
Leadership coalition backs the decision
Cascade leader Dan Towriss echoed Budkowski’s confidence, stating that “Checo’s performance and attitude make him a key pillar in the 2026 programme.”
Rumours debunked
Despite circulating headlines linking Pérez to Williams, the Cadillac front office made clear that the Mexican will not “evaluate any move” elsewhere; the organisation remains focused on its debut campaign.
Implications for the midfield chase
As the team continues to fine‑tune the MAC‑26, Pérez’s consistent pace in qualifying places Cadillac well-positioned to close the gap to established midfield rivals, a sentiment spoken by both Budkowski and Towriss during a press briefing.
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