Mexican driver Sergio 'Checo' Pérez had an unfortunate performance in the Mexican Grand Prix this weekend, finishing in 17th place. Despite a brief comeback, the Red Bull driver failed to stand out in the race, which was won by Spanish driver Carlos Sainz from Ferrari. In previous years, Pérez had better results in the Mexican Grand Prix, with two third-place podiums in 2021 and 2022. However, in this 2023 edition, he had to retire in the first lap due to a collision with Charles Leclerc, describing the situation as a "nightmare." Despite his performance, the president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, sent a congratulatory message to 'Checo' Pérez for his participation in the race, highlighting his courage and determination. Sheinbaum, who had previously expressed that she did not like attending Formula 1 events, maintains a good relationship with the driver, who recently gifted her a helmet during the renewal of the Grand Prix in Mexico City. Regarding Pérez's performance in the race, the driver lamented the incidents that hindered him and mentioned that the team had everything to move forward, but that setbacks on the track worked against them. Although the weekend was not successful for the Mexican driver, Pérez remained optimistic about upcoming competitions and expressed his desire to continue improving. In summary, despite the difficulties faced by 'Checo' Pérez in the 2024 Mexican Grand Prix, the driver remains focused on his goal of achieving success in the upcoming races and continuing to represent Mexico in Formula 1.
