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Red Bull Racing has confirmed an exciting new addition to its growing list of talented drivers ahead of the 2025 motorsport season. The Milton Keynes-based team, known for its impressive driver development program, has expanded its already diverse roster, which spans several motorsport categories and age groups. With a lineup that includes some of the brightest young talents in the sport, Red Bull’s latest signing further solidifies their commitment to nurturing future stars of Formula 1 and other racing disciplines.
Currently, Red Bull’s Formula 1 lineup consists of reigning World Champion Max Verstappen and veteran driver Sergio Perez, while their sister team, AlphaTauri (formerly known as Toro Rosso), features the promising Yuki Tsunoda and the rapidly improving Liam Lawson. In addition to their F1 roster, Red Bull has also cultivated a deep pool of junior talent in Formula 2 and beyond, with standout names such as Isack Hadjar and Ayumu Iwasa making waves in the F2 category.
The latest name to join the Red Bull Junior Team is Nikola Tsolov, a 17-year-old Bulgarian driver who has quickly gained attention for his impressive performances in the lower formulas. Red Bull’s announcement of Tsolov’s signing has sent a clear signal that the team is committed to continuing its search for young, up-and-coming talent in motorsport. Tsolov will join the ranks of other Red Bull juniors as he embarks on a pivotal year in his career in 2025.
Tsolov, who made his debut in single-seater racing in 2022, quickly established himself as a rising star in the motorsport world. His first season was a resounding success, as he claimed the Formula 4 Spanish Championship in his maiden campaign, an achievement that immediately marked him as a driver to watch. However, his sophomore year in Formula 3 proved more challenging. Competing in one of the most competitive fields in junior motorsport, Tsolov struggled to replicate his earlier success, finishing 23rd in the standings in 2023. Despite these difficulties, Tsolov’s talent did not go unnoticed. He was retained by his team, ART Grand Prix, for the 2024 season, a decision that speaks to the confidence the team has in his potential.
This season, Tsolov has shown significant improvement, currently sitting in 11th place in the Formula 3 standings. He has also made his mark by securing several podium finishes, including one feature race win and two sprint race victories. His resilience and consistent progress in one of the toughest junior categories have made him a standout performer, and these results have no doubt contributed to his promotion to the Red Bull Junior Team.
As part of the announcement, Red Bull confirmed that Tsolov would remain in Formula 3 for the 2025 season, continuing his development in the highly competitive series. The team also revealed that he would be partnering with Campos Racing for the 2025 F3 season. Campos Racing, one of the leading teams in the Formula 3 championship, will provide Tsolov with a strong platform to showcase his talents in the next phase of his career. Alongside Tsolov, Campos Racing will also field two other drivers: Mari Boya and Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak, completing the team’s driver lineup for the 2025 season.
Red Bull’s decision to sign Tsolov further strengthens the team’s already impressive stable of young drivers. The Red Bull Junior Team has been instrumental in developing some of the most successful Formula 1 drivers of recent years, including Verstappen, Daniel Ricciardo, and Sebastian Vettel. By adding Tsolov to their ranks, Red Bull continues to demonstrate its commitment to scouting and nurturing the next generation of motorsport talent.
In a statement shared via social media, the Red Bull Junior Team expressed their excitement about welcoming Tsolov to the program. “We’re excited to welcome @nikola_tsolov to the Red Bull Junior Team,” the team posted on Instagram. “He’ll be teaming up with Campos Racing for the 2025 Formula 3 season.” This marks an important milestone in Tsolov’s career, and the Red Bull Junior Team’s backing could provide the necessary support to help him make the leap to higher levels of motorsport in the coming years.
With Tsolov now officially part of the Red Bull setup, the team’s driver lineup for the 2025 season is complete, with Red Bull and AlphaTauri both benefiting from a strong and diverse group of young drivers. The addition of Tsolov to the program only adds to the growing anticipation for what promises to be an exciting season of motorsport in 2025.