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Pérez extends with Cadillac until 2029 and starts his 300th GP in Mexico

The Mexican signs a multi-year deal with the American team. The second seat for 2027 is still unconfirmed, with Herta running FP1.

⏱ Signings and rumours as of 29-10-2026. In his 300th GP at home Pérez finished 17th; Bottas retired. Updated when Cadillac confirms the second seat.

Cadillac, the grid's eleventh team, has tied down its best-known driver just before his home race. This is the state of the line-up for 2027, separating what is confirmed from what is still only press reports.

2029
year until which Pérez will stay, at least
300
Pérez Grands Prix, in Mexico
28-10
date of Cadillac's announcement

Status of Cadillac's 2027 seats

  • ConfirmedPérezCadillacMulti-year contract, until at least 2029
  • OpenBottasCadillacUnconfirmed for 2027; he has dismissed the exit rumours
  • RumourHertaCadillacWill make his fifth FP1 with the team in Mexico; the press links him to the second car

What is known about the second seat

According to Racer, Cadillac boss Marcin Budkowski declined to confirm the 2027 line-up during the United States Grand Prix, and the specialist press names Colton Herta as an alternative to Valtteri Bottas. Bottas replied that he has no doubts about his future. None of this is official.

The sporting context

Cadillac made its debut in 2026 and, according to RacingNews365, has not scored yet; Pérez's best finish is 14th. His 300th also comes after a showrun on Mexico City's Paseo de la Reforma.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Checo Pérez's Cadillac contract?

Cadillac announced on 28 October 2026 a multi-year contract keeping him until at least 2029.

How many Grands Prix will Pérez have started in Mexico?

300: the Mexico GP will be his 300th Formula 1 start.

Who will be Pérez's team-mate in 2027?

Cadillac has not confirmed it. The press cites Valtteri Bottas, who has an option for 2027, and Colton Herta as an alternative.

Sources

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