Alan Permane on Racing Bulls’ Lawson/Lindblad line-up for 2026

Red Bull has confirmed an exciting 2026 driver lineup for Racing Bulls, promoting highly-rated junior Arvid Lindblad alongside Liam Lawson. This move comes as Isack Hadjar secures a coveted spot with the senior Red Bull team alongside Max Verstappen. Racing Bulls Team Principal Alan Permane praised Lindblad's exceptional FP1 performance in Mexico as a key factor in his rapid ascent. Permane also lauded Lawson's consistent talent and recent strong drives, highlighting his P5 in Baku and P6 in Austria. Lawson's experience is seen as crucial for Lindblad's development and team stability ahead of the 2026 rule changes. Permane expressed immense pride in Hadjar's graduation, emphasizing Racing Bulls' role as a talent incubator.