Father of Formula 1 star suffers heart attack

A crash at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix has dramatic consequences. The father of Red Bull driver Sergio Pérez suffers a heart attack.

Baku – A dramatic incident occurred at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku: Sergio Pérez, driver of Red Bull, collided with Carlos Sainz in the Ferrari on lap 49. Although both drivers were uninjured, the accident had far-reaching consequences. Antonio Pérez Garibay, Sergio's father, suffered a heart attack shortly after the crash. The former racing driver and passionate supporter of his son watched the race on television in Mexico City.

Formula 1 star’s father suffers heart attack

Antonio Pérez was found unconscious in his bathroom and immediately received medical attention. He was taken to a hospital in the capital, where he is currently stable and under medical supervision. Family representatives confirm that he is out of danger but is still being monitored. “Everything happened after the accident. “The shock of the crash may have caused this,” Antonio Pérez told Medium speed.

Both Sergio Pérez and Carlos Sainz spoke out after the accident. Both drivers blame each other for the accident. Sergio Pérez posted on Instagram: “The most important thing is that Carlos and I are OK after the incident. What a shame to end such a good race like this.” After the incident, the tension between the two drivers is clearly noticeable.

The relationship between Sergio and his father Antonio is one of deep connection. Antonio Pérez is known as his son's biggest fan and has supported him since the beginning of his career. Sergio recalled: “I traveled around Mexico with my father and my brother. In every city, to one race after another. After the race we drove home. It sometimes took ten hours. I slept in the car and had my school uniform with me.”

Antonio Pérez often supports his son at Formula 1 races

Antonio Pérez is often present at the race when his political career as a member of the Mexican Chamber of Deputies allows it.