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Rising US star confirmed for two major F1 outings with Aston Martin
American driver Jak Crawford will continue his F1 education with Aston Martin next month, moving towards becoming the team’s reserve for 2026. He will replace Lance Stroll in FP1 at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix after his recent debut in Mexico City. Crawford, who hails from Houston, will also participate in F1’s young driver test at the Yas Marina Circuit. Alongside these activities, the 20-year-old will focus on his F2 title challenge, currently trailing Luca Fornaroli by 19 points with two rounds left. Crawford expressed excitement about getting back in the AMR25 car and continuing his learning and development on track, emphasizing the rewarding transition from simulator to real-world driving experience. Aston Martin’s team principal Andy Cowell praised Crawford’s quick second opportunity after Mexico, highlighting the importance of building mileage and momentum for young driver development ahead of his future role as the team’s third driver.
