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F1 Today | Sergio Perez's new F1 deal tops the news while Kimi Antonelli makes a decision for 2027
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Sergio Perez signs a new deal with Cadillac as Valtteri Bottas is left waiting to discover his F1 future, plus Kimi Antonelli picks his race number for 2027. Here are the top F1 stories from today, Wednesday 28th October.

Sergio Perez has extended his contract with Cadillac through at least the end of 2029, committing to the American team after joining for its debut season.

The six-time Grand Prix winner’s experience and technical feedback have helped guide the team’s early development, while the deal provides continuity as Cadillac works to move up the grid.

Kimi Antonelli reveals which F1 number he wants to race with in 2027

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Kimi Antonelli has won nine races in his 2026 debut season and leads Mercedes teammate George Russell by 123 points with five Grands Prix remaining.

Two points at the Mexican Grand Prix would secure the title and make the 20-year-old Formula 1’s youngest champion, but he says he plans to keep racing with number 12 rather than switch to number 1.

Isack Hadjar given ticking off by former F1 driver after apologising to his Red Bull team

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Isack Hadjar’s outbursts over the radio at the United States Grand Prix drew criticism from former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher, who urged the Red Bull rookie to rein in his temper.

Hadjar had apologised to his engineers after qualifying third, but continued to voice frustration during the race.

Latest Iran war warning raises fresh questions over F1’s Qatar and Abu Dhabi finale

Due to unrest in the Middle East, the season finale may not be held in Abu Dhabi - Photo: RacePictures

Formula 1’s final two rounds are scheduled for Qatar on November 27–29 and Abu Dhabi on December 4–6, following a Las Vegas race.

The Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix were cancelled in April amid regional conflict, and Bahrain’s event was later held at Sepang.

United States warnings about possible renewed military action against Iran have prompted fresh scrutiny, but no cancellation has been announced.

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