The season (and his F1 career) ends on a sour note for Pérez. Early in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the Mexican has to pull his RB20 to the side (see photo above). He ultimately finishes eighth in the world championship. Below are nine other images highlighting the highs and lows of his F1 season.
The Year of Sergio Pérez in Pictures:
A great start to the season. Sergio Pérez finishes second in the Bahrain Grand Prix. The Mexican also ends the second race on the podium. It seems to be another exciting battle between the two teammates, but that’s not the case. (Getty Images)
A good race ends in disappointment for Pérez. Here he is battling with Carlos Sainz for position, but later he crashes into the wall with the Spaniard. (Motorsport Images)
Another podium finish for Pérez. The Mexican comes third in the Chinese Grand Prix, while his teammate Max Verstappen takes the victory. It’s a continuous celebration for Red Bull in the early phase of the season. (Getty Images)
A setback for the Mexican. In the first lap, Pérez collides with both Haas drivers, resulting in a hard crash into the wall. (Getty Images)
A thrilling battle with rookie Liam Lawson during the São Paulo Grand Prix. The Australian will be driving for Red Bull next year. Did the Mexican already know this? (Getty Images)
A chat with team boss Christian Horner before the Mexican Grand Prix. It didn’t help much in the end. Pérez finishes last in his home race. (Getty Images)
The sprint race during the Grand Prix of Qatar. The Mexican starts from the pit lane with Franco Colapinto behind him. That doesn’t last long, as at the start the Argentine Pérez already overtakes him. It seems as if Red Bull is not paying attention. What a fiasco. (Getty Images)
A beautiful moment for Sergio Pérez. During the parade, the driver goes around with the Mexican flag. (Getty Images)
Focused on a good performance. Unfortunately, Pérez didn’t fare as well in the race. He drove in the Grand Prix of Belgium from a second to a seventh place. (Getty Images)
