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In an exclusive interview with Motorsport Week, Arvid Lindblad has revealed how he coped with the speculation surrounding his eventual switch to Formula 1, whilst remaining in the Formula 2 title fight.
In an exclusive interview with Motorsport Week, Arvid Lindblad shared how he dealt with the speculation regarding his potential move to Formula 1 while still competing for the Formula 2 championship.
Beginning 2025 by winning the Formula Regional Oceania Championship with MP Motorsport, Lindblad swiftly transitioned to Formula 2 from Formula 3, securing his first race win in Jeddah.
Amid rumors of Isack Hadjar joining Max Verstappen at Red Bull, Lindblad was given the opportunity to fill the spot, making him the fourth-youngest F1 debutant at 18 years and 212 days.
Lindblad’s focus remained on his driving in F2 despite the Racing Bulls seat speculations, emphasizing that concentrating on performance was crucial for earning a potential promotion.
Acknowledging the dynamic nature of the new F1 season due to evolving regulations, Lindblad highlighted the importance of setting personal goals while embracing the ongoing development in the sport.
He expressed his intention to approach each race methodically, allowing for adaptability and personal growth in a season marked by constant changes and unpredictability in car performance and race outcomes.
