F1 News Aggressive always but always fair - Sergio Perez on fighting with Charles Leclerc for P2 in 2022 F1 drivers standings Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Approve Reject & ban Delete Logout

F1 News Aggressive always but always fair - Sergio Perez on fighting with Charles Leclerc for P2 in 2022 F1 drivers standings

Sergio Perez of Mexico and Oracle Red Bull Racing and Charles Leclerc of Monaco and Ferrari attend the Drivers Press Conference during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 27, 2022 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) With Max Verstappen having sealed the drivers' championship title, the next most exciting battle is between Sergio Perez and Charles Leclerc. Both are fighting for second in the . So far, the two drivers have been respectful in their approach, and they claim that they will continue the same till the end of the championship. Both admitted that while they will certainly be fighting hard, the battle will always remain fair and respectful. In a press conference ahead of the 2022 Mexican GP, Sergio Perez said: "I think in general with Charles it has been good, the fighting. It's always, really close, really tight. And you know that Charles will be aggressive, always, but always fair." Leclerc, too, added that their approach in fighting each other will not change and that both drivers will absolutely give it their all to make it to the top. He said: "No, I don't think it will change. Obviously, if there's an opportunity, I'll go for it as Checo will go for it. It’s always been the case. Closer we get to the season, less opportunities, you have to make the difference." Sergio Perez is a mere two points behind Charles Leclerc in the standings.

Sergio Perez is good enough to win races on his own says Max Verstappen

Sergio Perez revealed that he does not from teammate Max Verstappen at his upcoming home Grand Prix. The two-time world champion also confirmed that he has no plans of giving the Mexican any "presents". Verstappen emphasized that his teammate is capable of winning on his own merit and that it would be the most rewarding victory to have done it on his own. Speaking to Sky Sports F1, the Dutchman said: “It’s not about giving presents. As long as we finish first and second, the team is happy. I mean, Checo is good enough to win races on his own. It’s way more rewarding anyway to do it like that.” Red Bull have already in the last race in Austin. And though the season is winding down, there's still a lot to play for with Verstappen's stake at . Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found