Since joining Red Bull in 2021, Sergio Perez has found himself in a similar position to Valtteri Bottas when he drove for Mercedes; playing second to the main driver. In 2021 this was understandable as Red Bull had to back an experienced driver within the team to take the challenge to Lewis Hamilton, then in 2022 it was necessary for them to consolidate while it appeared as though Charles Leclerc posed a credible threat. Now in 2023 it looks like Red Bull is far ahead of the competition having refined their car over the winter, so now Perez has a…