Perez has high hopes for Japan: 'Want to be on the podium'

Max Verstappen had to retire early in Australia, after which Red Bull Racing's hopes of victory naturally fell on the shoulders of Sergio Perez. However, the Mexican had to settle for a P5 finish in Melbourne, well behind Carlos Sainz. Perez could claim as an excuse that he could not impress with his RB20 due to damage and penalties. In Japan, where the next Grand Prix is scheduled next weekend, he hopes for more.