Formula 1 2025 Season: Team Changes and New Drivers

Formula 1 2025 Season: Team Changes and New Drivers

As the 2024 F1 season progresses, the driver market for 2025 is shaping up with significant team changes and exciting new line-ups. Here’s a rundown of the confirmed driver pairings for the upcoming season.

Red Bull Racing

• Max Verstappen (#1): Continuing with a contract until 2028.
• Sergio Perez (#11): Recently extended his deal through 2026.

Mercedes

• George Russell (#63): Remains with the team after signing a two-year extension.
• Andrea Kimi Antonelli (#TBC): The young driver from F2 steps up, filling the spot left by Hamilton.

Ferrari

• Charles Leclerc (#16): Retains his place with a contract extension.
• Lewis Hamilton (#44): A major move as the seven-time champion joins Ferrari, replacing Carlos Sainz.

AlphaTauri (formerly known as Red Bull's sister team)

• Yuki Tsunoda (#22): Continues for his fifth season.
• Unknown: The second driver is yet to be confirmed after recent changes.

McLaren

• Lando Norris (#4): Extended his contract for several years.
• Oscar Piastri (#81): Also secured a multi-year deal, highlighting McLaren's commitment to their young talents.

Aston Martin

• Fernando Alonso (#14): Signed through to at least 2026.
• Lance Stroll (#18): Continues with the team, ensuring stability.

Haas

• Oliver Bearman (#TBC): Promoted to a full-time seat after an impressive junior career.
• Esteban Ocon (#31): Moves from Alpine, adding experience to the team.

Alpine

• Pierre Gasly (#10): Re-signed on a multi-year deal.
• Jack Doohan (#TBC): The reserve driver steps up to a full-time role.

Williams

• Alex Albon (#23): Continues with a contract extension.
• Carlos Sainz (#55): Joins from Ferrari, bringing fresh talent and ambition to Williams.

Kick Sauber

• Nico Hulkenberg (#27): Moves over from Haas.
• Gabriel Bortoleto (#TBD): The rookie driver joins, marking a new chapter for the team.

The 2025 season promises to be thrilling with these driver changes and new talents taking the wheel. Fans are eager to see how these line-ups will perform on the track!