Racing Bulls consider driver lineup for 2027 season
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 6:59 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Ahead of the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Racing Bulls are evaluating their driver lineup for the 2027 season. Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad are contending for the two available seats alongside Red Bull junior driver Nikola Tsolov, currently second in the Formula 2 championship. Historically, the team has had a cutthroat approach to driver selection, but with new management, a more methodical strategy may be forthcoming. A decision on the driver lineup has yet to be announced, pending discussions among team shareholders and management.
- •Racing Bulls consider Lawson and Lindblad for 2027 seats
- •Nikola Tsolov is a contender from the junior program
- •Current management shift may influence driver choices
- •Decision rests with shareholders and team CEO
- •Next race is the United States Grand Prix in Austin
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