Sergio Perez: bouncing back with Cadillac
Summary
Sergio Perez discusses his return to Formula One with Cadillac, reflecting on his gap year and renewed motivation. He addresses the team’s leadership changes, the challenge of building a new project from scratch, and his desire to enjoy racing more. Perez also shares insights on his family, investments, and future plans within the sport.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Cadillac and Sephora
Perez's mental struggle at Red Bull and move to Cadillac
Time off in Colorado and advice for young athletes
Behind-the-scenes work and new team principal Marcin Budkowski
Cadillac's progress and Perez's role in development
Reviewing performance and the decision to return to F1
Signing with Cadillac and managing family priorities
Financial considerations and returning to the cockpit
Muscle memory, disconnecting, and sponsor ads
Perspective gained during the gap year and trips to Africa
Building a family office and managing investments
Investing in markets and the pace of life outside F1
Enjoying life outside the paddock and wildlife in Africa
Technical language consistency and potential performance gains
Recruiting talent and sponsor ads
Goals for 2026 and learning from US motorsport
Future plans and celebrating 300th Grand Prix in Mexico
Advice to enjoy the sport and the pressure of results
Driver longevity, motivation, and when to retire
Outro, podcast credits, and final sponsor messages
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