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Arvid Lindblad has revealed why he tries to “sort of separate” high praise from other drivers ahead of his F1 debut next week.
Arvid Lindblad discussed the importance of separating high praise from other drivers as he prepares for his Formula 1 debut next week at 18 years old, making him F1’s fourth-youngest debutant at the Australian Grand Prix on March 8. Lindblad, the lone rookie for the 2026 season at Racing Bulls alongside Liam Lawson, has a strong background having progressed through Red Bull’s junior programme and close ties to mentor Oliver Rowland, Formula E reigning World Champion.
His association with top drivers like Rowland and Antonio Felix da Costa in the all-electric championship has brought praise, with da Costa calling Lindblad “the real deal” and joking about being beaten in go-kart races. Despite the recognition, Lindblad appreciates the compliments but tries not to dwell on them too much, prioritizing his focus on improving and performing well in his upcoming debut. He values the confidence boost but understands that external praise won’t directly impact his performance on the track.
