Horner reveals Perez requirements for new contract

Red Bull boss Christian Horner has spoken about what Sergio Perez has to do to retain his seat with the team in 2023.

Perez’s contract with Red Bull comes to an end at the conclusion of the 2022 season, but the Mexican’s form throughout this season has made him a near shoo-in to keep his seat for next year.

Both Perez and Red Bull have indicated a desire to continue to work together, with Perez revealing on Friday in Monaco that discussions to finalise a new deal will likely happen during the summer.

Team boss Horner has backed Perez to continue, saying he just needs to keep doing exactly what he has been doing throughout 2022 so far.

“He just needs to keep doing what he’s doing,” Horner said on Saturday in Monaco.

“He’s doing a great job, we are very happy with him. He’s driven extremely well so far this year.

“The delta between him and Max [Verstappen], as you know, has diminished significantly compared to last season. I think he’s happier in the car. He’s achieved that fantastic pole position already in Jeddah this year.

“He’s driven some great races and is a team player. I don’t think there’s anyone better in the pit lane. So he’s doing a great job, he needs to keep doing what he’s doing and then talks should hopefully be reasonably straightforward.”

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