Checo Pérez and Bottas as main figures – Grupo Metrópoli

CDMX.- Within the framework of the expected debut of the Cadillac team in Formula 1 during the 2026 season, the project promoted by General Motors continues to close key details, among them, its pair of drivers. Specialized sources report that the experienced Sergio “Checo” Pérez and Valtteri Bottas are the most likely candidates to make up the official lineup of the North American team.

According to media such as The RaceCadillac is about to finalize the hiring of both drivers, both seen as fundamental pieces to lead the team’s debut in the premier category of motorsport. ESPN has also confirmed that Pérez and Bottas are emerging as the chosen drivers, with the news possible to be made official before the Dutch Grand Prix.

Candidate profile

• Valtteri Bottaswith ten victories, 20 pole positions and 67 podiums in his career in F1, would return to the category after serving as Mercedes’ reserve driver during the 2025 season.
• Sergio PerezFor his part, he has six victories after 281 Grand Prix and has remained off the grid since the end of 2024, after his departure from Red Bull.

Strategy and context

Graeme Lowdon, director of the Cadillac team, has emphasized the intention of having drivers based on merit, without ruling out eventually adding American talent to the team. Although Bottas’ signing seems almost certain, Perez’s has yet to be officially confirmed, although he remains the main contender.

The American team plans to initially use Ferrari engines until 2029, before developing its own power unit.