Formula 1 Driver Uncertain About 2026 Seat
A Formula 1 driver's chances of securing a seat for the 2026 grid appear to be dwindling.
Six seats are still available, with four teams assessing their options. Mercedes is likely to retain George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli, despite months of negotiations.
Alpine is considering keeping Franco Colapinto, comparing him to reserve driver Paul Aron, with Flavio Briatore stating they have no interest in external options.
Red Bull's situation is still developing, with Max Verstappen committed to another season. Isack Hadjar is tipped for a promotion, leaving Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson vulnerable.
Helmut Marko is impressed with Arvid Lindblad and plans to promote him to Formula 1 in 2026.
His chances of being an F1 driver next year appear to be dwindling...
Author's summary: F1 driver's 2026 seat uncertain.