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Why you won’t recognise almost HALF the F1 grid at Abu Dhabi GP
In the upcoming 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, there will be a significant presence of rookie drivers on the grid, bringing excitement and anticipation to the final race weekend of the season.
As the battle for the drivers’ championship title continues, teams such as Racing Bulls and Aston Martin aim to secure their positions in the constructors’ championship standings.
This weekend, a total of nine rookies will participate in FP1, including promising talents like Cian Shields, Jak Crawford, and Arthur Leclerc filling in for experienced drivers like Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton.
Among the rookies is 18-year-old Arvid Lindblad, who is expected to be the next rising star in Red Bull and potentially make a strong impact in the future of F1.
The inclusion of rookies in FP1 aligns with F1’s 2025 regulations, mandating teams to field rookie drivers at least twice per season, with Mercedes and Sauber already meeting this requirement.
As the young talents showcase their skills in both F1 and F2 races during the Abu Dhabi GP weekend, fans can anticipate an exciting display of talent and potential future stars in the sport.
