Perez announces farewell to Racing Point - clear the way for Vettel?

The 30-year-old from Mexico explained on social networks: “I don't have a plan B. I would like to continue driving in Formula 1, but only on the condition that I find a project that motivates me, 100 percent in every lap to give,” Perez wrote. His original contract with Racing Point ran until 2022. With the departure of the Mexican, four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel could now find a cockpit that meets his requirements. His contract with Ferrari expires at the end of the year and has not been renewed. At the end of July, Racing Point team boss Otmar Szafnauer said about the Heppenheimer: “How could you not be interested in a four-time champion.” Szafnauer praised Perez’s performance in a statement from the racing team: “He is one of the most complete drivers in the field . We had some fantastic moments together.” At this point, rumors had already started circulating that Perez was looking for a new team. In an interview, the Mexican also revealed that he fully expects to be fired if Vettel is signed. The second RP driver Lance Stroll, as the son of the billionaire team co-owner Lawrence Stroll, is considered virtually uncancellable. Under a new name Next season Racing Point will compete under the new name Aston Martin. The 53-time Grand Prix winner Vettel would guarantee the British sports car manufacturer a lot of attention at the start of its name sponsorship. But Perez's announcement could also give Nico Hülkenberg a minimal chance. If Racing Point does not sign Vettel, the Emmerich native could become an option. The 33-year-old replaced Perez, who was suffering from Corona at the time, in the two races of the season at Silverstone in the UK and was impressive. Most recently, Hülkenberg confirmed talks with two Formula 1 teams, including Alfa Romeo.

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Perez announces farewell to Racing Point - clear the way for Vettel?

Formula 1 driver Sergio Perez will leave the Racing Point racing team early after 7 years at the end of the current season, potentially clearing the way for Sebastian Vettel.

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