P1racenews AI automatic summary:
With the 2025 F1 season seeing the most rookies on the grid in 15 years, who’s impressed so far and who is yet to make their mark on the grid?
The 2025 Formula 1 season has seen a surge in rookies on the grid, with standout performances from Isack Hadjar, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, and Oliver Bearman. Isack Hadjar, a 20-year-old French driver for Racing Bulls, has been impressive on multiple occasions, despite a shaky debut in Melbourne. Andrea Kimi Antonelli, at just 19, has shown talent with Mercedes, narrowly missing a podium in his debut race and achieving notable milestones in Suzuka and Miami. Oliver Bearman, with prior experience in Ferrari and Haas, has had a mixed season with impressive drives marred by avoidable penalties. Despite challenges, these rookies have shown promise and potential in the competitive world of Formula 1.
