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The 2025 Formula 1 driver market has been one of the most intriguing for years, but there are still nine seats to be taken before next year’s grid is complete
Formula 1 witnessed an unprecedented situation in 2024 where each team’s starting line-up was the same as the one they finished 2023 with. The driver market has kicked in early this year, ensuring plenty of changes for the 2024 season. Despite some early switches for 2025 and announcements of drivers leaving their teams, there are still nine seats left to be filled. Notable movements include Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari and Fernando Alonso committing to Aston Martin. McLaren, Red Bull, and Alpine have also finalized their line-ups, with George Russell set to fill the vacancy at Mercedes.
