Sergio Michel " Checo " Pérez Mendoza (Latin American Spanish: [ˈseɾxjo ˈpeɾes] ⓘ; born 26 January 1990) is a Mexican racing driver who most recently competed in Formula One from …

Aug 26, 2025 · Sergio Pérez explains the real reason behind his “Checo” nickname — plus how Netflix jokes and the “Mexican Minister of Defense” title made it legendary.

Aug 26, 2025 · Mexican star Sergio ‘Checo’ Pérez is back in Formula 1. The veteran was officially announced as part of the new Cadillac Racing lineup for 2026, alongside Finnish driver Valtteri …

Sep 3, 2025 · Sergio Michel “Checo” Pérez is the Guadalajara-born racer who carved out a 14-season F1 career on tire wizardry, late-race heroics, and a knack for podiums when the odds …

Mar 19, 2024 · Why is Sergio Perez called 'Checo'? Checo is simply a common Mexican nickname for Sergio. "It's not really that complicated or interesting," Perez said in 2013.

Aug 26, 2025 · Mexico’s Sergio “Checo” Pérez is set to make a return to Formula One, a year on from his unceremonious firing from Red Bull Racing. The Guadalajara native will partner with …

Dec 21, 2024 · It means that ‘Checo’ will be taking time out to press pause on a 14-year career in F1 and at least by 2025 it is expected that he will assume a role within the family of the …

Aug 26, 2025 · Sergio “Checo” Perez, one of Mexico’s most popular athletes, was named one of the two inaugural drivers for The Cadillac Formula 1 Team. The six-time Grand Prix winner …

Sep 2, 2025 · As Mexican race car driver Sergio Pérez prepares for a Formula 1 comeback in 2026, sports fans want to know why he is called by his nickname, Checo.

Dec 18, 2024 · RB driver Liam Lawson is expected to be announced as his replacement. "Checo" Pérez had two options on the table: stay with Red Bull for at least one of the two years in the …