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Another driver has been confirmed for the 2025 Formula 1 season – but how is the rest of the grid shaping up?
Sergio Perez has extended his contract at Red Bull for the 2025 Formula 1 season, solidifying another piece of the grid puzzle. Currently, only 11 out of the 20 seats for next year have been confirmed, leaving room for significant movement in the driver line-ups. Mercedes is the only team in the top half of the grid yet to finalize their line-up, with speculation that Kimi Antonelli could join George Russell as their protégé. Alpine will have a new line-up following Esteban Ocon’s departure, with Pierre Gasly expected to stay on and potentially partner with a newcomer like Jack Doohan. The Williams team is in search of a teammate for Alex Albon, with rumors suggesting Carlos Sainz could make a move to the Grove-based outfit. RB Racing and Haas have yet to confirm their entire line-ups, leaving drivers like Liam Lawson and Oliver Bearman waiting for their chance on the grid.
