Perez ally backs long F1 future after Cadillac extension

Carlos Slim Domit believes Sergio Perez can extend his Formula 1 career well beyond his latest Cadillac deal, saying the Mexican’s motivation—not age—will decide when he stops. The endorsement came after Cadillac confirmed Perez will stay with the team until at least the end of 2029, ahead of his 300th start at the Mexican Grand Prix.

Why it matters:

Perez’s Cadillac commitment gives the American outfit a proven leader for its early seasons and hands the 36-year-old a clear long-term project after his Red Bull exit. It also shifts the question from whether he can return to F1 to how long he wants to remain.

The details:

• Slim Domit, a longtime friend and backer through Escuderia Telmex, told RacingNews365 that Perez is “still very fast” and “very committed.”
• He said Perez remains physically and mentally capable of racing for a long time, but family and personal desire will shape his decision.
• Perez sat out 2025 after leaving Red Bull and was signed by Cadillac for its 2026 debut, with his experience seen as a key asset.
• At 36, he is set to become the seventh driver to reach 300 starts at his home race.

What’s next:

Slim Domit expects Perez to help build Cadillac into a serious F1 project, calling his career a story of persistence after repeated setbacks. If the Mexican remains motivated, the 2029 endpoint may prove a checkpoint rather than a finish line.