Force India can finish third in 2017: Sergio Perez

Sahara Force India's Mexican Formula One driver Sergio Perez is interviewed at the launch of the Sahara Force India Formula One car. Pic/PTI

London: Sergio Perez believes Force India will be F1's surprise package this season after the British-based team vowed to break into the sport's elite. "Last year we finished fourth so I see no reason why we cannot improve," said Perez.

Sahara Force India's Mexican Formula One driver Sergio Perez (L) and French Formula One racing driver Esteban Ocon (R) attend the launch of the Sahara Force India Formula One car. Pic/PTI

"The base is solid. That means a massive year for us, but I think Force India will be the big surprise. I really hope we can improve. I am very optimistic about the car. Of course it is easy to talk now, but I have a feeling that Force India has done a tremendous job," he added.