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These are the reserve drivers in Formula 1 in 2025
- Cas van de Kleut
Franco Colapinto has secured his spot in the Formula 1 paddock for 2025. The Argentine driver has signed a multi-year deal to become the reserve driver for Alpine. Curious about the full lineup of reserve drivers in Formula 1 for 2025? Check out the complete list here.
Franco Colapinto earning a contract for 2025 comes as no surprise. Speculation had swirled for months about the Argentine’s next move following his strong performance as Logan Sargeant's replacement at Williams. Late into the season, rumours persisted about a potential seat at Red Bull, but that ultimately went to Liam Lawson. Instead, Colapinto signed with Alpine, where he will take on the role of reserve driver.
As for Red Bull Racing, their 2025 reserve driver remains undecided. With Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar both promoted to full-time seats, the team will need to select a new candidate for the role.
Overview of Reserve Drivers in F1 in 2025
Red Bull Racing: not yet known
Mercedes: Valtteri Bottas and Frederik Vesti
Aston Martin: Jak Crawford, Felipe Drugovich and Stoffel Vandoorne
McLaren: Pato O'Ward
Alpine: Franco Colapinto, Ryo Hirakawa and Paul Aron
Williams: not yet known
Stake F1 Team: not yet known
Haas F1: Pietro Fittipaldi
Racing Bulls: not yet known
[Confirmed drivers are in bold, unconfirmed drivers are not].
This article was written in collaboration with Toby Nixon
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