Formula 1 2025 Driver Lineups Following Sergio Perez’s Departure
The 2025 Formula 1 season brings a host of significant lineup changes, including Lewis Hamilton’s high-profile move to Ferrari and the debut of rising stars like Andrea Kimi Antonelli. Yesterday’s announcement that Sergio Perez will no longer drive for Red Bull Racing has added further intrigue. Here’s an in-depth look at the lineups for the 2025 grid.
Haas
Haas has parted ways with both Nico Hülkenberg and Kevin Magnussen. Their 2025 lineup features fresh faces that bring a renewed energy to the team.
Esteban Ocon
Ocon joins Haas after a mixed spell at Alpine. He takes one of the seats at Haas, bringing valuable experience to the team.
Oliver Bearman
Young talent Oliver Bearman steps up to a full-time seat at Haas after serving as a reserve driver in 2024. The 2025 season will mark his first full year in Formula 1.
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Red Bull Racing
Red Bull retains their star driver, Max Verstappen, but bids farewell to Sergio Perez, leading to a key change in their lineup.
Max Verstappen
Already a legend, Verstappen heads into another season as one of the top contenders for the championship. Could this be the year he clinches his fifth consecutive title?
Yuki Tsunoda / Liam Lawson
Perez’s departure leaves a vacancy. Christian Horner has mentioned Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson as contenders, but insiders suggest the young Lawson is the favourite to join Verstappen at Red Bull.
McLaren
McLaren sticks with their promising young duo, who have already delivered impressive results in recent seasons.
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Lando Norris
Norris remains at McLaren, continuing to showcase his consistency and remarkable talent.
Oscar Piastri
Following an outstanding rookie season, Piastri stays at McLaren and looks poised for even greater success in 2025.
Aston Martin
Aston Martin remains unchanged, with their experienced drivers aiming to build on their recent strong performances.
Fernando Alonso
Alonso, the most seasoned driver on the grid, isn’t slowing down. He continues with Aston Martin, showing no signs of retiring just yet.
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Lance Stroll
Stroll stays at Aston Martin, but with mounting pressure to deliver stronger performances. Many are questioning whether his father can continue justifying his spot on the team.
Alpine
Alpine shakes up their lineup by introducing a new talent to race alongside their experienced driver.
Pierre Gasly
Gasly continues at Alpine, now paired with a new teammate. This move marks the end of his sometimes-contentious partnership with Esteban Ocon.
Jack Doohan
Doohan takes over a seat at Alpine, embarking on his first full season in Formula 1.
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Ferrari
Ferrari makes waves by signing Lewis Hamilton from Mercedes, while Charles Leclerc continues as the team’s star.
Charles Leclerc
Leclerc stays at Ferrari, ready to face the challenge posed by his new teammate.
Lewis Hamilton
Hamilton swaps Mercedes for Ferrari, calling it “a new challenge” and a chance to chase his elusive 8th championship.
Mercedes
Mercedes embarks on a new era without Lewis Hamilton, banking on a youthful and dynamic lineup.
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George Russell
Russell assumes the leadership role at Mercedes, tasked with steering the team forward in Hamilton’s absence.
Andrea Kimi Antonelli
Rising star Andrea Kimi Antonelli makes his debut with Mercedes, with high expectations for his rookie season.
Williams
Williams welcomes Carlos Sainz Jr., who joins forces with Alex Albon to help elevate the team.
Alexander Albon
Albon remains a key player for Williams, providing stability and consistency.
Carlos Sainz Jr.
After leaving Ferrari, Sainz brings his experience to Williams, hoping to help the team climb the constructors’ standings.
Sauber
Sauber (Kick Sauber) introduces a completely revamped lineup, blending experience with youthful energy.
Nico Hülkenberg
Hülkenberg moves from Haas to Sauber, bringing his wealth of experience to the team.
Gabriel Bortoleto
Formula 2 runner-up Gabriel Bortoleto makes his Formula 1 debut as part of Sauber’s 2025 lineup.
Racing Bulls
The team formerly known as AlphaTauri is reshuffling its drivers, influenced by the changes at Red Bull Racing.
Yuki Tsunoda / Liam Lawson
The driver who doesn’t secure the Red Bull seat will remain with Racing Bulls, likely Tsunoda.
Isack Hadjar (Rumoured)
Formula 2 standout Isack Hadjar is rumoured to join Racing Bulls, adding another fresh face to the 2025 grid.
What do you think of the 2025 driver lineups? Are teams making mistakes by letting drivers like Kevin Magnussen, Daniel Ricciardo, and Zhou Guanyu go without a seat?
