Cadillac are a brand new team in the mix for 2026, meaning two extra cars will feature in every race, a grand total of 22.
Lando Norris returns as world champion at the head of McLaren, while George Russell, Lewis Hamilton and Oliver Bearman also fly the flag for British drivers.
RadioTimes.com brings you the full Formula 1 driver line-up for 2026, including teams and our analysis of what to expect from each of them.
Watch Formula 1 live on Sky SportsAlpine (Pierre Gasly - Franco Colapinto)Aston Martin (Lance Stroll - Fernando Alonso)Audi (Gabriel Bortoleto - Nico Hülkenberg)Cadillac (Valtteri Bottas - Sergio Perez)Ferrari (Charles Leclerc - Lewis Hamilton)Haas (Esteban Ocon - Oliver Bearman)McLaren (Lando Norris - Oscar Piastri)Mercedes (George Russell - Kimi Antonelli)Racing Bulls (Liam Lawson - Arvid Lindblad)Red Bull (Max Verstappen - Isack Hadjar)Williams (Alex Albon - Carlos Sainz)F1 2026 teams
Alpine (Pierre Gasly - Franco Colapinto)
The French constructors have failed to really set the sport alight so far and endured a rough 2025.
However, there's cause for optimism. Testing was a success, both drivers came away pretty happy, and they should be riding towards the front of the midfield.
Aston Martin (Lance Stroll - Fernando Alonso)
Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll – son of owner Lawrence Stroll – return to the cockpit, but have barely been in it during pre-season testing due to a number of issues with the car wreaking havoc with their schedule.
There is genuine concern the Honda-powered car will not make to the end of early-season races in its current guise, let alone come close to competing on the track.
Audi (Gabriel Bortoleto - Nico Hülkenberg)
Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hülkenberg are at opposing ends of their careers in the sport, but both seemed to enjoy testing.
Of course, the latter journeyman will provide invaluable experience and feedback to the team who are expected to develop their way to competitiveness over the course of a season, rather than from the first race.
Cadillac (Valtteri Bottas - Sergio Perez)
Adding experienced heads like Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez to their stable shows the direction of travel for the new team. They need drivers who know what a Formula 1 car should feel like in order to provide feedback to make that a reality for Cadillac.
Respectability is the aim in 2026. Their season is all about testing, experimentation and bonding as a unit before setting out with competitive goals in 2027 and beyond.
Ferrari (Charles Leclerc - Lewis Hamilton)
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton seem very pleased with their car as Ferrari gear up for a genuine shot at the title. It remains to be seen just how competitive Ferrari can remain throughout the season, but that's an issue for another day.
Ferrari turned their attention to 2026 sooner than most due to an abject 2025, but they are reaping the rewards now.
Haas (Esteban Ocon - Oliver Bearman)
The team generally feels more settled in the post-Guenther Steiner era and their days of clowning around at the back of the grid should be over.
It's a big year for Haas, who are aiming to achieve the 'best of the rest' tag after the top four frontrunners.
McLaren (Lando Norris - Oscar Piastri)
The cost of being pushed all the way in the title race means McLaren have spent less time on their 2026 car than they may have wanted.
However, they still punched in solid times and will be expected to pick up pace as the season progresses.
Mercedes (George Russell - Kimi Antonelli)
George Russell is Wolff's diamond, his team leader, the face of his brand, and he finally appears to have a car worthy of running at the front of the grid on a consistent basis.
Russell has an opportunity to lead a new era for Mercedes, with 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli – who just passed his regular driving test prior to last season – as his apprentice.
Racing Bulls (Liam Lawson - Arvid Lindblad)
It's a huge chance for Lindblad in the sport, but one fraught with peril given the technical complexities of the new cars.
Racing Bulls are unlikely to threaten the upper reaches of the grid, nor lag behind at the very back. They will sit in mid-table with little drama, or so you'd expect.
Red Bull (Max Verstappen - Isack Hadjar)
They were understated in testing and Max Verstappen isn't the main focus going into the campaign. They will quietly go about their business and challenge in the upper echelons without being expected to win every race.
Arguably the biggest challenge for Red Bull is finding an appropriate co-pilot for Verstappen. Isack Hadjar is the latest graduate from Racing Bulls, but he must show early signs that he can be the man for Red Bull or he could be out of a seat very quickly.
Williams (Alex Albon - Carlos Sainz)
In Carlos Sainz, Williams boast a Grand Prix-winning calibre driver who, ordinarily, would have found a seat further up the grid. Alex Albon remains with the team, though it appears their car may not boast the pace required for either to compete at the sharp end of the grid.
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