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Arvid Lindblad handed ‘special’ Red Bull drive
British teenager Arvid Lindblad has been granted a special Red Bull drive for his upcoming F1 debut season in 2026, becoming the sole rookie for the year. Red Bull’s 2026 lineup revelation saw Isack Hadjar taking over Yuki Tsunoda’s seat as Max Verstappen’s teammate, with Tsunoda transitioning to the role of test and reserve driver. This decision ensured Liam Lawson’s retention at affiliate team Racing Bulls and propelled F2 standout Lindblad into the coveted Formula 1 slot alongside Lawson. To kickstart his F1 journey, Lindblad will exhibit his skills by driving a Red Bull F1 car at the Red Bull Moto Jam 2026 in Delhi, India – an event featuring various motorsport disciplines like stunt biking and drifting. Embracing his multicultural roots, Lindblad, who hails from Surrey, England, expressed eagerness about his first showrun as an F1 driver in India, highlighting his Swedish and Indian lineage as integral parts of his identity that he is proud to showcase on his helmet in his inaugural F1 season.
