Could there be a Mexican duo in Formula 1 next season?

Mexican driver Esteban Gutierrez has not yet been confirmed by Haas to continue as a driver, while Force India has not announced Sergio Perez's teammate for 2017. And Gutierrez seems willing to be Perez's teammate.

At the official press conference of the Mexican Grand Prix, Perez was talking about the characteristics he would like his next teammate to have, when Gutierrez interrupted with a "a Mexican one". This caused laughter among the other drivers.

Later, when asked if he would like to be Perez's teammate in the future, Gutierrez responded: "yes, why not", and his compatriot nodded.

However, when referring to his future, Gutierrez said he hopes to know who he will be racing with next season in two weeks, at the Brazilian Grand Prix.

"They have been very clear that they prefer to wait, I have other options and it would be good to resolve that situation soon, things are going well, so it should be resolved no later than Brazil", said the driver from Monterrey.

On his part, Perez stated that the decision to stay in Force India was because it was his best option, as the teams ahead of his team, Mercedes, Red Bull, and Ferrari, will keep their drivers next year, and switching teams would not represent a step forward.

"Since I arrived, we have progressed, we are fourth in the constructors' championship, the front teams have no available spots, so it was only a move to the side or even backwards, here I have stability and I also wanted to be loyal to Force India who opened the doors for me".

Regarding racing at home, Gutierrez, who did not participate the previous year, said it will be a celebration during the three days at the track. "It's incredible to be here, to share with fans, friends, family, it's a great party, and I will give my best to achieve a good result."

For Sergio Perez, the situation will be similar to last year, with the support of the public in all areas of the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

"I'm happy to be here, I see the energy of the people and I hope to bring them joy on Sunday with a good performance, the atmosphere is phenomenal, so I want to enjoy the most special weekend for me".