Get the scoop on the fresh F1 2025 grid, with major team switches and fresh faces making headlines.
- Red Bull’s driver drama sees Yuki Tsunoda back in action as Liam Lawson steps down to Racing Bulls.
- Mercedes shocks with teenager Andrea Kimi Antonelli taking Lewis Hamilton’s place, who moves to Ferrari.
- Fernando Alonso secures his spot at Aston Martin, with Lance Stroll locked in for the future as well.
- New team dynamics at Williams as Carlos Sainz joins Alex Albon, while Jack Doohan secures a race seat at Alpine.
The F1 2025 season might still be some time away, but the buzz around the new driver line-up is electrifying enthusiasts. Only a few drivers had secure contracts going into 2024, opening doors for unexpected moves and fresh talent to rise. Now, the grid’s final form is excitingly taking shape.
At Red Bull, the drama unfolded as Yuki Tsunoda replaced Liam Lawson after a rocky start in 2025. Lawson was initially set to pair with Max Verstappen but was rotated back to Racing Bulls, a move team principal Laurent Mekies described as a strategic choice to allow Lawson to grow. Meanwhile, the Red Bull camp welcomed Isack Hadjar, a promising graduate from Formula 2, into the Racing Bulls realm.
A significant reshuffle was seen at Mercedes too. As Lewis Hamilton moved to Ferrari, a surprise entry of Andrea Kimi Antonelli was announced as George Russell’s new teammate. This change was confirmed at the Italian Grand Prix and marks a notable shift in the team’s line-up dynamics.
Ferrari not only welcomes Hamilton but also ensures Charles Leclerc’s continuous presence, confirming contracts that stabilize their leading positions. Similarly, Aston Martin bet on stability by retaining Fernando Alonso with a multi-year contract and securing Lance Stroll’s future at the team.
At Williams, Alex Albon will be joined by Carlos Sainz, who signs on for a new chapter following his move in 2025. Another noteworthy move involves Jack Doohan, who steps up from a reserve role to a racing seat at Alpine, signaling confidence in young talent.
McLaren also tightened its roster, extending Oscar Piastri’s contract and securing Lando Norris for the foreseeable future. Lastly, teams like Haas and Sauber also reorganized their line-ups, adding fresh faces Oliver Bearman, Esteban Ocon, Nico Hulkenberg, and Gabriel Bortoleto to the mix for the 2025 series.
The F1 2025 grid promises an exhilarating season with its intriguing mix of veteran drivers and emerging talent.
