Even though he is righty being considered as a contender for the 2022 championship, Sergio Perez arguably deserves much more praise than he gets. Last Sunday, he made a move on the seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, that was an absolute masterclass!

In a wheel-to-wheel battle, the driver can give the very best of them a run for their money. Notably, his legendary defense against Hamilton has also gone down as one of the very best in the recent history of the sport.

Even at the British Grand Prix, the driver had a mega drive to an eventual P2. After front wing damage from colliding with Leclerc, Perez dropped several places. It looked like he had lost out on the race. However, he quickly pitted and worked his way back up. It was during the dying moments of the GP that the Mexican passed everyone except the front runners.

And after a short while, a Perez vs Hamilton vs Leclerc battle ensued. The three fierce drivers were involved in enticing wheel-to-wheel battles. In the process, Perez, unafraid, makes a calculated move on Hamilton from the inside after being denied an overtake.

Fans are hailing Checo as the predator, seeing how he got past Hamilton.

The three even ran out of road in their pursuit to pass each other. While it was an epic battle, Perez ultimately managed second place, with Hamilton in third. Leclerc, however, had to stay behind due to tire disadvantage. However, the entertainment from the three race cars did cause the British crowd to cheer on and go wild over the battle.

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The ‘Mexican Minister of Defense’ is getting better at this day by day. Though the driver often goes unnoticed by many, he’s very much capable of holding back and taking a win under the right conditions.

Can Sergio Perez win a title?

Perez is definitely a part of the championship race to take the 2022 title. He currently sits P2 on the driver’s table and is a threat to his teammate. The driver has won the Monaco Grand Prix, showcasing his relentless spirit and skills. Moreover, his defense is up for everyone to see and laud him for.

In fact, Christian Horner has even announced that Perez has an equal chance of winning. He said, “But whether it’s Max or Checo, they’re both Red Bull drivers, and they’ve both got the same chance. Of course, it’s a long, long season, and it will have its ebbs and flows. But it’s great to have both drivers right at the sharp end.”

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Though for now, Max Verstappen sits ahead and many fans regard him as the probable championship winner, Checo is not to be counted out. He has already beaten Leclerc. So, what will happen next? Can Checo be a world champion?