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Red Bull set for driver swap at upcoming race
Red Bull are preparing to replace one of their drivers for part of the upcoming F1 British Grand Prix, with young prospect Arvid Lindblad getting a chance to impress during a practice session at Silverstone. Helmut Marko praised Lindblad’s mental strength and self-confidence, highlighting his potential for a successful career in motorsport. While there is speculation around the future of Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda, Marko clarified that the driver change is only a contingency plan in case of Verstappen’s penalty points accumulation. Lindblad, a two-time F2 winner, is part of Red Bull’s junior team and is being considered for a potential F1 debut. Red Bull has also deployed Ayumu Iwasa as a reserve driver for conflicts in schedules, ensuring they have options for any unforeseen circumstances in the upcoming races.
