A number of former professional F1 drivers don't agree with what Ferrari did, or how they did do it. Unlike your claims, I look at all the data rather than claim to be a fortune teller and predict...
Good new interview / podcast with Matt Edwards on his life and career: https://youtu.be/8HSdnGTKlSg?si=YmKmcZbYySe5nzoL
It did until Rally1, but that is besides the point. If the new regulations bring along a spec chassis everyone will use the same car with a few different bits.
I think as it stands Perez probably has the upper hand for the 1st seat. His record is very similar to Bottas', but as you said he has more marketing appeal in the America's. And lets's face it.......
Cadillac's Driver Lineup - What is...