Racing Bulls confirms Lawson and Lindblad for 2027

Racing Bulls has confirmed Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad as its drivers for the 2027 Formula 1 season, ending uncertainty over Lawson’s place with the team. The announcement retains the pair who have raced together this year, while leaving Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov without a seat in the lineup.

Lawson’s future had been under discussion as Tsolov, a Formula 2 championship contender, emerged as a possible replacement. Tsolov made his first Formula 1 free-practice appearance for Racing Bulls in Mexico. The team did not detail its selection process or explain how it weighed the drivers’ performances.

Team principal Alan Permane said Lawson and Lindblad had demonstrated ability and potential and made progress individually and as a pairing. He called them the best lineup for the team, citing a combination of experience and ambition.

Lawson said he was happy to continue with Racing Bulls and praised the team’s work on the car and its progress this season. Lindblad, who is in his first Formula 1 season, said he had gained experience and thanked the team and Red Bull for their support. He is set to partner Lawson for a second consecutive season.

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