Sergio Perez to replace Lewis Hamilton in Mercedes F1?[F1-Gate.com]

Sergio Perez could reportedly join Mercedes to replace Lewis Hamilton. Rumors about Hamilton’s future continue, with fans awaiting news of a contract extension with Mercedes F1 after this season. As it stands, Hamilton will become a free agent after receiving the checkered flag at the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November.

Mercedes wants to make a quick decision, but Silver Arrow seems to be eyeing a shock move to rival Red Bull driver Sergio Perez. According to BenzInsider, Sergio Perez is one of the drivers Mercedes F1 is eyeing to race alongside George Russell in the 2024 season. “One name that could take over the vacant seat at Mercedes is once again in the running: it is none other than veteran driver Sergio ‘Czech’ Perez, who is currently under contract with Red Bull,” reports BenzInsider. there is But fans might take the news with a bit of a discount, especially if they reaffirm Toto Wolff’s earlier comments about Perez’s transfer last year. “It’s complete bullshit,” Wolff told Motorsport. “I never called Sergio. He’s a nice guy and I respect him, but I’ve never spoken to him and I haven’t had any contact with any other driver.” Even in the face of less-than-encouraging scenarios like this, we are always unanimous in trying to make things better and wanting to be together next year.” We’ve been talking to each other that we could go on for years, 10 years, so none of that is true.”