Sergio Perez has labelled Formula 1 as a “very unfair” sport but is “aware” that he is lucky to be driving in the series.

The Mexican has very much become centre of attention after his second podium finish in Baku, with Force India boss Bob Fernley stating that Perez is deserving of a drive with a top team.

But Perez feels Formula 1 doesn’t necessarily reward driver talent as much as it should and that without the right car at your disposal, it is very difficult to showcase true ability.

“Formula 1 is very unfair in that it depends less on the athlete than many other sports,” Perez told Marca.