How Cadillac have showed they are gaining on the F1 midfield

Cadillac has shown clear progress in their debut 2026 F1 season after nine rounds. While still hunting for their first points, the team has significantly narrowed the performance gap to the midfield, moving past Aston Martin and now frequently battling with Williams and Haas. Key performance indicators highlight this growth, with drivers Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas finishing on the lead lap in recent races compared to being lapped in the season opener. Recent upgrade packages have notably improved their pace, and the team remains optimistic about pushing into Q2 as they continue their development trajectory. Despite the clear improvement, both Perez and Bottas acknowledge that further gains are necessary to consistently challenge for points. While they are no longer firmly at the back of the grid, securing a top-ten finish will likely require continued development and a bit of racing luck in the fiercely competitive midfield.