Components 2 has formally confirmed the 11 groups that may compete within the championship over the following three-year cycle, together with Lando Norris’ new crew.
The long-awaited announcement got here within the lead-up to Components 1’s Mexico Metropolis Grand Prix, marking an early win for reigning world Champion Norris.
Of the 11 confirmed groups, 10 will proceed into the following cycle. However the greatest change comes via Norris’ brand-new feeder-series crew.
The Italian crew LN4 Fusion will be part of the grid for its inaugural season in 2027.
In the end, this leaves the sequence to bid farewell to AIX Racing on the finish of the 2026 season.
This marks a big step for LN4 Fusion, which McLaren driver Lando Norris based simply months in the past. Norris goals to assist junior drivers obtain their goals of reaching F1, giving them the essential backing wanted to progress up the feeder sequence ladder.
Regardless of modifications to the grid, F2 will retain the identical variety of drivers. Every of the 11 groups will area two drivers, sustaining the championship’s 22-car grid.
When reflecting on the modifications, F2 CEO Bruno Michel defined his selections for the approaching years.
“We obtained robust curiosity from groups around the globe for this new three-year cycle,” Michel defined.
“Underlining the energy and enchantment of our Championship. Now we have retained ten of our present groups, who’ve persistently demonstrated their dedication to offering the very best atmosphere for younger drivers to organize for Components 1.”
Moreover, Michel welcomed the brand new crew, expalinaing that with Norris’ backing it can set the scene for an attention-grabbing championship.
“I’m additionally happy to welcome LN4 Fusion to the grid. They are going to carry appreciable experience, and I’m assured they’ll make a precious contribution to the Championship.”
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