Red Bull and Racing Bulls Announce 2026 Driver Lineups
Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls have announced their driver lineups for the 2026 Formula 1 season. Isack Hadjar will partner with Max Verstappen at Red Bull Racing, while Arvid Lindblad will make his debut alongside Liam Lawson at Racing Bulls.
2026 Driver Lineups Confirmed
Hadjar is anticipated to replace Yuki Tsunoda at Red Bull Racing. He has had an impressive rookie season, scoring points in ten Grands Prix, including a notable podium at the Dutch Grand Prix. Meanwhile, Lindblad has shown promise in feeder series F2 and during Free Practice sessions, particularly in Silverstone and Mexico.
- Isack Hadjar: Promoted to Red Bull Racing after a successful rookie season.
- Max Verstappen: Continuing as a leading driver at Red Bull Racing.
- Arvid Lindblad: Debuting with Racing Bulls after strong performances in junior categories.
- Liam Lawson: Secured his place at Racing Bulls for a second full season.
Changes in the Red Bull Family
Tsunoda will not retain his seat but will remain as a reserve driver for both teams throughout 2026. Laurent Mekies, CEO and Team Principal of Red Bull Racing, praised Tsunoda’s contributions over the past seven years and acknowledged his maturity as a driver. He also expressed confidence in Hadjar’s potential to succeed alongside Verstappen.
Hadjar emphasized his gratitude for the opportunity and acknowledged the experience gained with Racing Bulls over the past year. “I feel ready to go to Oracle Red Bull Racing, and I am happy and proud they feel the same,” he stated.
Team Insights
Alan Permane, Team Principal of Racing Bulls, congratulated Hadjar and highlighted Lawson’s consistent performance. He noted Lindblad’s rise as one of the standout young talents in the sport. Both team leaders expressed excitement about the upcoming challenges of the 2026 season.
Lindblad and Lawson shared their own anticipation for the upcoming year. Lindblad expressed gratitude for the support he received throughout his journey, while Lawson noted the excitement surrounding a transformative year in Formula 1.
Looking Ahead
The 2026 season will feature new chassis and power unit regulations, with Cadillac joining the grid, bringing the total number of teams to eleven. Meanwhile, attention remains on the ongoing battle for the Drivers’ title, set to conclude in Abu Dhabi this weekend.
