Tsolov named Red Bull reserve driver for 2027

Red Bull has given Nikola Tsolov a dual reserve role for its two teams in 2027, after Racing Bulls confirmed Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad as its drivers for the season.

Tsolov, 19, has taken six Formula 2 victories this year and is in contention for the championship. He made his FP1 debut for Racing Bulls in Mexico City. In 2027 he will carry out extensive simulator work, a testing of previous cars programme and tyre testing, and could complete as many as eight FP1 outings.

Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies said the team has enormous belief in Tsolov's potential. Tsolov said his ambition is to become a Formula 1 driver and that the year will prepare him for that step.