Cadillac confirms Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas will helm its new American F1 team when it debuts in 2026. The veteran pairing brings a combined 527 Grand Prix starts and 16 victories to the nascent program. Both drivers, set to be 36 years old in 2026, were previously off the grid; Perez lost his Red Bull seat at the end of 2024 after struggling to match Max Verstappen's pace, while Bottas was dropped by Sauber.
Cadillac CEO Dan Towriss hailed the duo for their "talent, maturity, and drive," emphasizing they are not just racers but "builders" ready to define the team's ethos. This announcement marks a significant step for American motorsport, with a major US auto manufacturer backing two seasoned professionals. The question now shifts to how quickly this experienced pair can turn Cadillac into a genuine contender in F1's new era.
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