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Here’s Every F1 Driver for the 2025 Season – From Legends to Rising Stars

The 2025 season doesn’t just feature fast cars but also a captivating array of drivers. There’s a generational shift underway, legends on new grounds, and rookies ready to pen their first chapters in F1 history.

Malene Kristiansen
By Malene Kristiansen 16. May 2025

The 2025 Formula 1 season is in full throttle, and it’s not only the cars that are drawing attention but also the drivers behind the wheel. This year’s grid offers a mix of seasoned world champions, young talents, and exciting rookies. Here’s a complete overview of who represents the ten teams in this adrenaline-filled season.

Red Bull Racing

Max Verstappen (#1)
– Three-time world champion and still the king of Red Bull. Verstappen aims for another title with his relentless style and technically superior driving.

Liam Lawson (#30)
– After a solid stint as a reserve driver, Lawson has now secured a full-time seat. An exciting New Zealander with great hunger and potential.

Mercedes-AMG Petronas

George Russell (#63)
– Now it’s his team, and Russell is ready to take the baton after Hamilton. Strong, stable, and still hungry for his first World Championship.

Andrea Kimi Antonelli (#12)
– Just 18 and already one of the most hyped names in motorsports. Antonelli is Mercedes’ next big project – the entire paddock is watching.

Ferrari

Charles Leclerc (#16)
– Ferrari’s steadfast hope for gold. Leclerc has the speed and passion – now also a new superstar as a teammate.

Lewis Hamilton (#44)
– Seven-time world champion now donned in Ferrari red. One of the most iconic shifts in recent times. Can he bring the title back to Maranello?

McLaren

Lando Norris (#4)
– Fan favorite and McLaren’s golden boy. Norris has made significant progress and increasingly looks like a future world champion.

Oscar Piastri (#81)
– Australian ice in his veins and a lightning bolt on the track. Piastri continues his impressive development as one of the most consistent young drivers.

Aston Martin

Fernando Alonso (#14)
– 43 years old and still full of fire. Alonso proves that age is just a number – his instincts behind the wheel remain world-class.

Lance Stroll (#18)
– In his ninth season and a steady fixture at Aston Martin. Stroll has moments of speed, but still seeks consistency.

Alpine

Pierre Gasly (#10)
– A fighter with flair and attitude. Gasly continues as team leader at Alpine, relentlessly chasing consistent point placements.

Franco Colapinto (#43)
– The Argentine rookie with a massive fan base and flair. Colapinto has his opportunity – and he’s out to impress from the start.

Haas

Esteban Ocon (#31)
– Switching to Haas in 2025 to lead a midfield team forward. Known for his aggressiveness and ability to take chances.

Oliver Bearman (#87)
– After a strong performance in 2024, Bearman is now a regular driver. A British talent with maturity beyond his years.

Stake F1 Team (Sauber)

Nico Hülkenberg (#27)
– One of the sport’s most experienced drivers. Hulkenberg remains hungry, delivering solid performances while he awaits the Audi era in 2026.

Gabriel Bortoleto (#5)
– Brazilian debutant with the F2 title under his belt. A new and exciting name on the grid, drawing attention from many.

Racing Bulls

Yuki Tsunoda (#22)
– Small in stature, big in heart. Tsunoda has become a fan favorite and is ready to take the next step with Racing Bulls.

Isack Hadjar (#6)
– French talent and former member of the Red Bull junior program. Now he gets his chance in F1 – and his ambitions are sky-high.

Williams

Alexander Albon (#23)
– Albon continues to impress at Williams and is the team’s most experienced profile. A crucial piece in their rebuilding process.

Carlos Sainz Jr. (#55)
– One of the biggest transfers of the season. Sainz leaves Ferrari for Williams, bringing class and experience to the Grove team.

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