Sergio Perez Under Pressure After Red Bull’s Controversial Decision at Las Vegas Grand Prix

Sergio Perez, the Mexican driver for Red Bull, is facing significant pressure and criticism following a difficult season and a contentious decision made by the team during the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Perez has struggled to match the performance of his teammate, Max Verstappen, who is competing for his fourth consecutive championship. At the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Perez qualified in 12th place, while Verstappen managed to secure fifth on the grid despite the team’s overall struggles with top speed at the Las Vegas Strip Circuit.

The controversy arose when Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner revealed that the team adjusted Max Verstappen’s car after the third practice session (FP3) but did not make similar adjustments to Perez’s car. This decision has sparked outrage among Perez’s fans, who feel that the team has been unfair to the Mexican driver. Fans have taken to social media to express their dissatisfaction, with some questioning the fairness and logic behind the team’s decision.

Perez’s form has been a concern throughout the season. He has not scored a podium since the Chinese Grand Prix in April and has not finished in the top five since the Miami Grand Prix in May. His struggles have put his seat at Red Bull under threat, with potential replacements like Liam Lawson and Franco Colapinto being considered for the 2025 season.

Despite the challenges, Verstappen has defended Perez, acknowledging that driving the current Red Bull car is “very difficult.” However, the general sentiment in the F1 paddock is that it may be time for Perez to consider ending his F1 career due to his consistent underperformance.

With only two rounds remaining after the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Perez is under immense pressure to turn his form around and secure his place at Red Bull for the 2025 season.