Nikola Tsolov has been officially confirmed as the reserve driver for Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls for the 2027 season. The announcement comes after the team opted to retain Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad for their main race seats, effectively closing the door on an immediate full-time race debut for the Bulgarian driver next year.
Despite missing out on a race seat, Tsolov will embark on an extensive development programme, which will include critical FP1 outings. This move highlights the team's strategic investment in the youngster's talent, aiming to prepare him thoroughly for a future promotion to the grid.
Team principal Laurent Mekies expressed high praise for Tsolov's work ethic and recent progression. "Nikola is an exceptionally talented young driver, and we have been hugely impressed by his development and performances over the past few years," Mekies stated. He emphasized that Tsolov's maturity and eagerness to keep improving were decisive factors in the team's decision.
Mekies further underscored the team's commitment to the driver's long-term career path. "Our focus in 2027 will be on giving him the experience, tools and support he needs to be ready to race in F1 next. We have enormous belief in Nikola’s potential and see him as a driver with a very exciting future in F1," he added.
Currently, Tsolov is locked in a fierce battle for the Formula 2 championship. With six victories to his name, he sits just seven points behind Haas driver Rafael Camara, with only the final two rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi remaining. The team has pledged their full support for Tsolov as he aims to secure the title before transitioning into his official reserve driver role.
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