Sergio Pérez to Celebrate Mexican Heritage at Dodgers Game with First Pitch

Sergio Pérez to Throw First Pitch for the Dodgers

In an exciting crossover event, Sergio "Checo" Pérez, the newly appointed driver for the Cadillac Formula 1® Team, will make a special appearance with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on September 17. This event comes as a celebration of Mexican Heritage Month and coincides with Mexican Independence Day, highlighting sport's power to unite fans across cultures.

The significance of this occasion is prominent as it marks the first public appearance tying together two iconic sports entities under the umbrella of TWG Global—one being the Dodgers, a historical franchise in Major League Baseball, and the other, the new Cadillac Formula 1® Team, set to debut in 2026. This partnership symbolizes TWG Global's innovative multi-sport approach which aims to engage athletes and fans in broader cultural dialogues.

Mark Walter, chairman of the Dodgers and CEO of TWG Global, expressed his excitement about this unique moment: "We’re honored to welcome Checo to Dodger Stadium during Mexican Heritage Month, an occasion that highlights the power of sport to unite fans. With both the Dodgers and Cadillac Formula 1 Team under the TWG umbrella, this moment reflects our shared commitment to excellence and inspiration for fans worldwide."

Checo, a celebrated figure in the world of motorsports with six Grand Prix victories and a multitude of podium finishes, will participate in various activities during this event. He will engage in batting practice, interact with Dodgers players, attend a press conference, exchange a signed Cadillac F1 helmet for a custom Dodgers jersey, and culminate the day by throwing the ceremonial first pitch. This appearance not only underscores Checo's significance as one of Mexico's most revered athletes but also plays a crucial role in establishing the Cadillac Formula 1® Team's identity.

In his own words, Checo stated, "I’m honored to throw the ceremonial first pitch for the Dodgers, especially during Mexican Heritage Month and so close to Mexican Independence Day. I’m very proud to celebrate this moment with the Los Angeles community and with Mexican fans everywhere. Baseball is new for me, but it is wonderful to witness how sport possesses this incredible power to bring people together. I’m excited to feel the passion of the Dodgers crowd, hoping they will support the Cadillac Formula 1 Team too."

The Dodgers, who are the defending World Champions with a rich history of success, are currently striving for another postseason appearance. By welcoming Checo, they reinforce their ongoing connection between baseball greatness and significant cultural milestones.

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team, stemming from a partnership involving TWG Global and General Motors, is eager to make its competitive entrance into the world of Formula 1 racing in 2026. As the first American-led F1 team in a generation, Cadillac aims to redefine the competitive landscape through a fusion of TWG’s innovative sporting platforms and the engineering mastery of GM. With Checo as one of the inaugural drivers, the team strives to embody not only a competitive spirit but also a cultural resonance, marrying innovative American ideals with a global sporting vision.

Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports, remarked on this historic intersection of sports: "This moment merges two of TWG’s iconic teams—the Dodgers and Cadillac F1. Checo’s presence at Dodger Stadium is a celebration of not just sport, but also culture and their shared power to ignite fandom."

Overall, this event marks a historic convergence of sports, culture, and community, allowing fans to relish in the shared celebration of heritage while looking forward to innovative sporting advancements in the future.