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FIA release names Red Bull Verstappen team-mate for 2025
The FIA, the governing body of Formula 1, has released the official entry list for the 2025 season, revealing key details about driver line-ups. One of the most anticipated developments revolves around Red Bull Racing, where the future of Sergio Perez is uncertain. Following a challenging 2024 season, many experts believe Perez will be replaced by a new teammate for Max Verstappen in 2025.
Verstappen’s impressive performance in 2024, capped off by securing his fourth consecutive World Championship at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, highlighted his dominance. However, Red Bull’s hopes of securing the Constructors’ Championship were dashed, largely due to Perez’s underperformance. His struggles contributed to the team slipping to third place in the standings, and his chances of remaining with the team seem slim after a disappointing finish to the season, including a non-finish at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Red Bull’s team principal, Christian Horner, has confirmed that discussions about Perez’s future will take place after the conclusion of the season.
Despite speculation, the FIA’s official 2025 entry list still includes Perez as Verstappen’s teammate for the upcoming season. It’s important to note that the list is provisional and could change before the season begins in March 2025, particularly as it reflects the current contracts in place for the drivers. Perez’s inclusion is likely due to his contract, which runs until 2026, but this could be subject to change depending on team decisions.
A notable change in the entry list is the rebranding of Red Bull’s junior team, which will be known as Racing Bulls for the 2025 season. The list also confirms that Yuki Tsunoda remains with the team, although his teammate has not been confirmed. The entry list simply states “TBC” (To Be Confirmed) for Tsunoda’s partner. This ambiguity fuels rumors that Liam Lawson, Tsunoda’s current teammate at the junior team, is set to join the main Red Bull team in 2025, potentially replacing Perez.
The inclusion of Lawson in the Red Bull setup would align with growing reports suggesting he is in line for a promotion. If confirmed, this would mark a significant change for Red Bull, with Lawson joining Verstappen to complete the team’s driver lineup for the 2025 season.
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