Lawson and Lindblad re-sign with Racing Bulls for 2027
Racing Bulls’ current lineup is set to remain unchanged for the 2027 season, with Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad both signing new contracts with the Faenza-based outfit.
The 2026 campaign marked the first time that the pair teamed together, with Lindblad also making his Formula One debut as a rookie. Together, Lawson and Lindblad have delivered a solid points haul for the team, with both drivers regularly making Q3 appearances in qualifying and securing top-10 finishes throughout the season.
On re-signing with the team, Lawson said: “I’m very happy to be continuing with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls next year. We’ve had a brilliant season together and the team has worked very hard to produce a fast car, which I’ve loved driving.
"It feels great to be part of a historic season for the team as we continue our fight for P5 in the Constructors' Championship. It's a testament to the hard work of everyone both at track, and back at the factory.
"I’m looking forward to carrying this moment forward with Arvid through to 2027; we’re building something super positive and I’m excited by what we can achieve together.”
Lawson’s re-signing marks another season with the team for the New Zealander, who has become an increasingly familiar face in the Red Bull and RB garages. Having previously made his F1 debut with the team in 2023, before returning for a full-time seat in 2025, Lawson has continued to build on his experience in the sport.
Lawson also had a short run at Red Bull this season, filling in for Isack Hadjar after sustaining a wrist injury during the summer break. In his three-race stint with the team, Lawson gained further experience at the senior outfit before returning to RB following Hadjar’s recovery. The brief stint provided another opportunity for the 24-year-old to demonstrate his ability at the front of the grid, whilst further strengthening his experience in the Red Bull camp.
Meanwhile, Lindblad has enjoyed an encouraging start to his F1 career. The British driver stepped up to the top category following an impressive junior career. The British driver quickly progressed through the feeder series, finishing fourth in the 2024 Formula 3 season, and finishing sixth in the 2025 Formula 2 season, where he became the youngest-ever race winner in the championship when he took victory in Jeddah.
Lindblad’s promotion to RB for 2026 marked the next step in his development, and his performances throughout his debut campaign have seemingly convinced the team that the promising young prospect is the right fit to continue alongside Lawson.
Lindblad looks forward to his next year in the sport with RB, stating: "I'm very happy to be continuing with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls in 2027. Looking back on my first season in Formula One, it's been a truly special year, full of new experiences and learnings since the very first pre-season test.
"I'd like to thank everyone at VCARB and Red Bull for their trust and support. I'm incredibly grateful to everyone in the team for their hard work, commitment and collaboration throughout the season, and for the strong relationships we've built along the way.
"I can't wait to get started next year, building on everything I've learned during my rookie season. It's set to be an exciting year, and I look forward to continuing to drive alongside Liam."
RB currently sit fifth in the constructors' standings, on a total of 114 points which puts them 45 points clear of Alpine in sixth. Lawson has gained a majority of the points for the team, which puts him ninth in the drivers' standings on a total of 89. Lindblad, in his rookie season, currently sits on 38 points in 11th, with the opportunity to move up as he is only 4 points behind Pierre Gasly.
Retaining both drivers provides RB with continuity heading into 2027, allowing the team to build on the progress made throughout the current season. With a new year bringing its own challenges, maintaining an established driver pairing could prove valuable as the outfit looks to strengthen its position once more.
Team Principal Alan Permane had the difficult decision of deciding who the team would sign for the team next season, with Formula 2 driver, Nikola Tsolov, also in contention for a seat at the team.
Following the announcement of Lawson and Lindblad's re-signing, Permane said: "We’re delighted to be continuing with Liam and Arvid for 2027. Both have demonstrated their ability and potential throughout the season, and we’ve seen the progress they’ve made, both individually and as a pairing.
"I have no doubt that this is the best driver line-up for us, bringing a strong combination of experience and ambition. Together, we have a solid foundation to build on the progress made this year, continue pushing ourselves forward and take the next step towards achieving our ambitions in 2027."
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