Official announcements from Red Bull Racing

Sergio Pérez Leaves Red Bull Racing After Four Seasons and Five Victories; Liam Lawson Named Replacement for 2025

Dec 19, 2024, 09:09 AM

Sergio 'Checo' Pérez has officially departed from Red Bull Racing after four seasons, concluding a tenure that included five race victories and a second-place finish in the 2023 World Championship. The decision to terminate his contract, which was set to run until the end of 2026, was reportedly reached by mutual agreement. Following a challenging 2024 season, Pérez's exit has raised questions about the future of the team, particularly regarding the impact on its market presence in Mexico. Red Bull has confirmed that Liam Lawson will replace Pérez as Max Verstappen's teammate for the 2025 season. The announcement has led to a notable drop in Red Bull's social media following, with reports indicating a loss of approximately 200,000 followers. Verstappen expressed his gratitude towards Pérez, highlighting the significant moments they shared during their collaboration, which included contributing to Verstappen's 2021 championship title. The team has yet to disclose further details about its full lineup for the upcoming season.