Perez says experience is key in Cadillac team-mate choice

Sergio Perez has said experience is the key quality Cadillac should look for in his team-mate for next season, though the American team has yet to confirm who will partner him. Perez is under contract until the end of 2029, while Valtteri Bottas faces a less certain future in the sister car. Colton Herta has recently secured his FIA Super Licence, adding to the uncertainty over the second seat.

Perez said the decision is difficult because both drivers deserve the opportunity, and that Bottas has been doing a good job despite recent misfortune. He added that it is hard to judge potential from limited running, and that Herta has found it difficult to show his pure talent when given the chance.

Perez said he does not expect to influence the choice, which rests with TWG Motorsports CEO Dan Towriss and team principal Marcin Budkowski. He said that whoever partners him must deliver and push the team forward.