As the 2025 Formula 1 season approaches, teams are facing a challenge in finding suitable reserve drivers. Several teams have lost their previous reserve drivers due to promotions to full-time seats, prompting a search for replacements. This article explores the current landscape of reserve drivers in F1, highlighting the teams actively seeking new additions.
Reserve drivers play a crucial role in Formula 1 , serving as backup for regular drivers in case of unforeseen circumstances. While ideally, they won't be needed on track, their presence provides teams with a safety net. Reserve drivers are involved in various aspects of the team's operations, including simulator work, testing, and participating in technical meetings.Teams like McLaren and Ferrari are actively seeking new reserve drivers for the upcoming season.
McLaren is likely to retain Pato O’Ward, who held the position last year, and could also utilize Mercedes' reserve driver roster due to their engine partnership. Ferrari, on the other hand, needs to find a replacement for Oliver Bearman, who secured a full-time drive with Haas.Red Bull, facing similar challenges with their former reserve drivers moving into full-time roles, are considering options from their junior driver program like Ayumu Iwasa or Pepe Marti. Alternatively, they might recruit a driver outside their existing pool. Aston Martin has confirmed Felipe Drugovich will continue as their test and reserve driver, supported by Stoffel Vandoorne. Alpine has expanded its reserve driver lineup with Ryo Hirawaka joining Paul Aron, while Haas is yet to announce its reserve driver for 2025, with Pietro Fittipaldi having filled the role in recent years. Williams and Sauber are also in the process of finding new reserve drivers for the upcoming season
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