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[Saba Sports News] In the fast-paced world of F1, 34-year-old Red Bull driver Sergio Perez is affectionately referred to by fans as “the evergreen of the racing world.” Records show that Perez has been racing in F1 since 2011, accumulating a valuable 273 Grand Prix starts. Yesterday, Perez made headlines, shocking the motorsports community by announcing his intention to retire. Perez stated that Red Bull will be the most glorious chapter of his career, and he hopes to end his career on a high note there. Perez admitted that the pressures of balancing family and racing have forced him to reevaluate his choices. The joy of spending time with his wife and three children makes him cherish every family reunion even more. However, his love for racing and dedication to the sport make it hard for him to let go of the steering wheel. Some fans commented that this internal conflict is perhaps a challenge faced by all professional drivers as they approach the end of their careers. According to reports, Perez currently sits in seventh place on the drivers’ standings with 143 points, trailing his teammate Max Verstappen by 160 points—a significant gap for such an experienced veteran, which undoubtedly feels like a heavy blow.