Liam Lawson retains his F1 seat at Racing Bulls alongside Arvid Lindblad
Formula 1 team Racing Bulls has confirmed that Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad will drive for them in the 2027 season. The decision ends speculation that rising star Nikola Tsolov would take a seat, with Tsolov instead moving into a reserve role for Red Bull.
Why it matters
This decision shapes the competitive landscape of Formula 1 and highlights the strategic development of young talent within the Red Bull racing ecosystem.
FAENZA, ITALY Liam Lawson is staying in Formula 1 for 2027 with Racing Bulls alongside teammate Arvid Lindblad after speculation he would be replaced by up-and-coming Formula 2 driver Nikola Tsolov. Racing Bulls gave Tsolov a run in practice for last month’s Mexico City Grand Prix and has historically preferred to try out younger talent if its existing drivers didn’t make a permanent step up to the main Red Bull team. Instead, Tsolov gets a reserve driver role with Red Bull. “We’re delighted to be continuing with Liam and Arvid for 2027. Both have demonstrated their ability and potential throughout the season, and we’ve seen the progress they’ve made, both individually and as a pairing,” team principal Alan Permane said on Thursday.
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