WATCH: Sergio Perez's iconic last minute flying lap at Belgian Grand Prix

Sergio Perez delivered an exhilarating final lap at the Belgian Grand Prix, capturing the fastest lap of the race and earning a crucial extra point. This moment of brilliance came during a season where Perez has struggled to find his footing, with his last victory dating back to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in April 2023.

As the race approached its conclusion, Perez made a strategic decision to pit and equip his car with a fresh set of soft tyres. This move proved to be a masterstroke, enabling him to clock the fastest lap of the race just before the checkered flag. This achievement not only added an extra point to his tally but also marked his first fastest lap of the season, providing a much-needed boost to his morale.

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The Mexican bagged his first @DHL_Motorsports Fastest Lap of the season at Spa 👉 https://t.co/sOAsD9HZK8#F1 #BelgianGP #MomentsThatDeliver pic.twitter.com/Aol7G9upFx

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The 2023 season has been a challenging one for Perez. Despite a promising start and a two-year contract extension from Red Bull earlier in the year, Perez has found it difficult to deliver the expected results consistently. The extension was intended to give him the stability and confidence needed to perform at his best, but the anticipated turnaround has yet to materialize.

Is Sergio Perez’s time over at Red Bull?

Red Bull's faith in Perez has been tested, and there is speculation that the team might consider changes to its driver lineup. Names like Daniel Ricciardo, Liam Lawson, and Yuki Tsunoda have been floated as potential replacements, though it remains unclear if any changes would be implemented mid-season as Formula 1 heads into the summer break.

Throughout the season, Perez has cited various issues affecting his performance, including a lack of power on the straights, traffic, tyre strategies, and even the balance of the car. Despite these challenges, his late-race decision at Spa-Francorchamps to pit for new tyres and secure the fastest lap demonstrated his resilience and ability to capitalize on opportunities.