For Sergio Perez it is a dream: winning his home race in Mexico. Never before has the teammate of Max Verstappen at Red Bull had such an opportunity to indeed leave the circuit Sunday with the most important trophy. Only the big question is whether Perez can actually win in front of his home crowd?

Tricky message

Perez is aware that a nasty message may be ringing in his ears from the pit wall on Sunday. It is not inconceivable that the Mexican will lead the race, with championship leader Verstappen in his wake. No doubt Perez will then be instructed to let his teammate lead. " It's complicated," Perez said to Autosport.comWhen asked about the stable orders that could get in the way of a possible victory.

Perez continued: "You have to look at the big picture. To the circumstances. That is the beauty of racing. They are decisions that have to be made in seconds. They are very complicated issues. I think we have a good rhythm going and can fight for the podium in the last races. Every point will be important "

Filling with pride

Yet, when asked about it, Perez admits a win on his home soil would be very special. "It would fill me with pride to be able to achieve one of my dreams that I have had since childhood. This is a real opportunity (to win) that depends on me and my team. In other years, I was dependent on other factors. So there is a very real chance and my motivation is 100%."