Checo Perez Says He Is Very Happy To Have Finished Second In The Italian Gp: “You Will See My Best In The Next Races”

Checo Perez secured a remarkable second-place finish at the Italian Grand Prix, showcasing exceptional overtaking skills as he battled against Russell, Leclerc, and Carlos Sainz. Red Bull’s 1-2 finish brought joy not only to the team but also to the Mexican driver, who expressed his satisfaction with the outcome after the race.

The Italian Grand Prix and the second place for Checo Perez means the 34th podium for the Mexican driver in Formula 1, and the 11th victory for the duo he has with Verstappen. But to achieve this position, Sergio Perez had to make hard overtakes against George Russell, and Charles Leclerc, and a tough battle with Carlos Sainz, who finally took the second position with five laps to go at the end of the Monza track.

Checo Perez talked about his battle with Leclerc

During the final part of the race, Sergio Perez had to face the Ferraris to reach his historic 34th podium, but he achieved it after a touch with Charles Leclerc, who after seeing the lost position, tried up to five laps to retake the third, but it was impossible against Checo and his teammate, Carlos Sainz, who had a great job, placing the first 15 laps in first place, and finally finishing with podium, below Perez.

“I tried to put pressure on Leclerc first, it was a lot of fight, a great battle, and a great result.”

Sergio Perez promises his best form for next races

In words he gave to F1 after the second place in Italy, Checo Perez made it clear that his best form with Red Bull is coming in the upcoming races, this after a start in which he managed to get on one with Verstappen, and then even being questioned about his continuity for next year. Today, with these results, Checo wants more podiums and victories with Red Bull.

“I have progressed, I feel more comfortable in the car and I feel that we will see my best form for the next races”.