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A quarter of the 2025 F1 grid is made of rookies, but who are the five young stars eager to take on the Australian Grand Prix this weekend?
In 2024, all 20 drivers from the previous season remained with their respective teams, marking a first in the sport’s history, leading to questions about opportunities for rookies. However, this scenario has changed significantly within a year, with talented newcomers such as Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Jack Doohan, Oliver Bearman, Isack Hadjar, and Gabriel Bortoleto ready to challenge in Formula 1. Each of these drivers has showcased their skills in junior categories and brings a fresh perspective to the pinnacle of motorsport. Antonelli, in particular, caught the eye of Mercedes with impressive performances in lower formulas, earning a promotion to the F2 series and subsequently a spot in the team as a successor to Lewis Hamilton. Doohan, son of MotoGP legend Mick Doohan, has made a name for himself in the single-seater ladder, culminating in a standout F2 career and a full-season debut with Alpine this year. Bearman, another promising talent mentored by Ferrari, has quickly made an impact in F1 with Haas, showcasing his potential for future success on the global stage.
