Checo Perez to Throw First Pitch at Dodger Stadium, Honoring Mexican Heritage

Checo Perez Throws Ceremonial First Pitch for Dodgers

Formula 1 driver Sergio "Checo" Perez will take the mound at Dodger Stadium this Wednesday to throw the ceremonial first pitch, TWG Global announced. The event is set to celebrate both Mexican Heritage Month and the week of Mexican Independence Day, marking a significant crossover between global sports and culture.

Why it matters:

This occasion represents TWG Global's first major cross-over event, leveraging its diverse sports portfolio that includes both the Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB) and the Cadillac F1 team. It aims to integrate F1 into broader cultural conversations, introduce global fanbases to new sporting platforms, and elevate Cadillac F1's presence ahead of its highly anticipated 2026 debut.

The big picture:

Perez's appearance underscores his prominence as one of Mexico's most celebrated athletes and his pivotal role in shaping the identity of the new Cadillac Formula 1 Team. It also highlights TWG Global's distinctive multi-sport model, which emphasizes the power of sport to unite diverse communities and inspire fans worldwide.

The details:

Perez will have a packed schedule leading up to his moment on the mound:

• Participating in batting practice with the team.
• Meeting various Los Angeles Dodgers players.
• Joining a press conference with team officials.
• Exchanging a signed Cadillac F1 helmet for a personalized Dodgers jersey.
• Throwing the ceremonial first pitch to kick off the game.

"I’m honored to throw the ceremonial first pitch for the Dodgers, especially during Mexican Heritage Month and so close to Mexican Independence Day," Perez stated. "I’m very proud to celebrate this moment with the Los Angeles community and with Mexican fans everywhere. Baseball is new for me, but it is great to see how sport has this incredible power to bring people together, and the TWG family is doing a fantastic job in this way. I'm excited to experience the passion of the Dodgers’ crowd, which I hope will get behind the Cadillac Formula 1 Team too."

Mark Walter, Chairman of the Los Angeles Dodgers and CEO of TWG Global, echoed this sentiment: "We’re honored to welcome Checo to Dodger Stadium during Mexican Heritage Month, an occasion that highlights the power of sport to unite fans. With both the Dodgers and Cadillac Formula 1 Team under the TWG umbrella, this moment reflects our shared commitment to excellence and to inspiring fans around the world."

Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports and the Cadillac F1 team, added: "This moment brings together two of TWG’s iconic teams: the Dodgers and Cadillac F1. Having Checo take the mound at Dodger Stadium is a celebration of sport and culture and their collective power to ignite fandom."

What's next:

Cadillac F1 is preparing for its highly anticipated Formula 1 debut in 2026. Sergio Perez, alongside Valtteri Bottas, has been announced as one of the drivers chosen to lead the team. Equipped with state-of-the-art racing technology and extensive expertise from partner General Motors, the team is set to embark on its F1 adventure. This event serves as an early step in building the team's global profile and connecting with fans before they hit the track.