Perez looking to bounce back in France, as he insists he is ‘still in contention’ for the championship

Despite his 57-point deficit to championship leader and team mate Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez is still gunning for overall glory in 2022. But, the Mexican driver admits he and his team can ill-afford any more DNFs, as he looks to hit back in France.

Perez had at one stage been 15 points behind Verstappen, after winning the Monaco Grand Prix. But since then he has suffered from two retirements in four races – including a DNF last time out in Austria. Looking ahead to the French GP, Perez said he’s searching for a redeeming result.

“After a tough weekend in Austria, it’s great to be back racing and have a chance to put things right,” said Perez. “We have had two DNFs in the past three races and we can’t afford that in the championships so I’m aiming to change that this weekend in France. I’m still in contention for the drivers’ championship, so personally it is also important not to lose any more points.

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