Red Bull Announces Exciting 2026 Driver Lineup as Tsunoda Loses Seat but Remains within Red Bull Family

Red Bull Racing has officially unveiled its driver lineup for the 2026 Formula 1 season. Isack Hadjar, a promising talent, will join Max Verstappen as his teammate. Hadjar, just 21 years old, has shown significant improvement this year, currently standing tenth in the championship standings with one podium finish and 51 points.

Yuki Tsunoda’s Future Within Red Bull

One major storyline remains around Yuki Tsunoda, who will not be leaving Red Bull entirely. Instead, he is set to take on the role of Red Bull’s test and reserve driver for 2026. Tsunoda has faced challenges this season and began as part of the Racing Bulls team. However, he was replaced by Liam Lawson, who took over the second driver position alongside Verstappen.

Tsunoda has had difficulty keeping up with Lawson and struggled in a car that seems tailored for Verstappen’s driving style. Although his performance did not match expectations, he is respected in the paddock. According to Laurent Mekies, CEO of Red Bull, Tsunoda has matured into a complete driver and has valuable skills both in qualifying and racing.

Racing Bulls Announces New Drivers

In addition to Hadjar’s promotion to Red Bull Racing, the subsidiary team Racing Bulls confirmed that Liam Lawson will retain his seat. The team also introduced 18-year-old Arvid Lindblad, a rookie from the UK and Sweden, who will take the vacated spot from Hadjar in 2026. Lindblad is currently positioned sixth in Formula 2, showcasing his potential for the upcoming season.

2026 Red Bull Driver Lineup Summary

This driver lineup marks a new chapter for Red Bull as they prepare for the challenges of the 2026 season. The development of young talent like Hadjar and Lindblad highlights Red Bull’s commitment to nurturing future stars in Formula 1.