Perez gets a lot of help from Verstappen: "He tells me how to drive"

Max Verstappen, as a teammate, is making relatively frequent adjustments during the opening stages of the 2021 season. "He tells me how to drive the car, how to get the most out of the car and how to adapt my driving style," Perez says of the advice he receives from the current number two in the world championship.

Speaking to Marca the veteran continued,"Every circuit is different. It doesn't mean that if you learn something here in Spain, it will immediately work in Monaco, although people think it will." According to Perez, each weekend is a search for the right balance and set-up. It is one of the reasons why Perez has not scored a podium this year.

The Monaco Grand Prix is scheduled for next weekend. On the narrow street circuit, every little mistake is punished mercilessly so utmost concentration is required. "I'm really looking forward to Monaco, especially with this car. I think we have a chance to win."