Key Highlights:
- 22 Drivers: The 2026 Formula 1 grid has 22 cars across 11 teams following Cadillac’s arrival as the newest constructor.
- Cadillac Debut: Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas lead Cadillac’s first Formula 1 season.
- Audi Arrives: Audi has replaced Sauber and races with Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto.
- Red Bull Change: Isack Hadjar has moved up to Red Bull alongside Max Verstappen.
- 2026 Rookie: Arvid Lindblad joined Racing Bulls alongside Liam Lawson and is the only full-season rookie on the 2026 grid.
- Las Vegas GP: The 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend runs November 19–21, with the race scheduled for Saturday, November 21 at 8:00 PM local time.
| F1 Team | Driver 1 | Driver 2 |
|---|---|---|
| McLaren | Lando Norris | Oscar Piastri |
| Ferrari | Charles Leclerc | Lewis Hamilton |
| Red Bull Racing | Max Verstappen | Isack Hadjar |
| Mercedes | George Russell | Kimi Antonelli |
| Aston Martin | Fernando Alonso | Lance Stroll |
| Alpine | Pierre Gasly | Franco Colapinto |
| Haas | Esteban Ocon | Oliver Bearman |
| Racing Bulls | Liam Lawson | Arvid Lindblad |
| Williams | Carlos Sainz | Alex Albon |
| Audi | Nico Hülkenberg | Gabriel Bortoleto |
| Cadillac | Sergio Pérez | Valtteri Bottas |
The complete 2026 lineup is confirmed by Formula 1.
The F1 Las Vegas Drivers 2026 lineup brings several major changes to the Strip, including a new team, a new manufacturer name, driver promotions, and the return of two experienced Grand Prix winners.
Cadillac has expanded the Formula 1 grid to 11 teams and 22 cars, while Audi has officially replaced Sauber. Isack Hadjar has moved into Red Bull’s second seat, and Arvid Lindblad has made his Formula 1 debut with Racing Bulls.
Fans attending the Las Vegas Grand Prix will also see Lewis Hamilton racing for Ferrari, Carlos Sainz with Williams, Kimi Antonelli at Mercedes, and Fernando Alonso continuing with Aston Martin.
Here’s the full breakdown of the drivers and teams expected to race under the lights on the Las Vegas Strip.
McLaren: Lando Norris & Oscar Piastri
McLaren continues with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
The pairing gives McLaren continuity while several rival teams have made major changes to their driver lineups.
Both drivers already have extensive experience racing on the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, making McLaren one of the familiar teams for returning Las Vegas GP spectators.
Ferrari: Charles Leclerc & Lewis Hamilton
Ferrari’s 2026 lineup features Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton.
Hamilton’s move to Ferrari remains one of the biggest driver changes of recent Formula 1 seasons. For Las Vegas spectators, it also means another opportunity to watch the seven-time World Champion race a Ferrari along Las Vegas Boulevard.
Leclerc continues alongside Hamilton, giving Ferrari two experienced Grand Prix winners for the 2026 season.
Red Bull Racing: Max Verstappen & Isack Hadjar
Red Bull has a changed lineup for 2026, with Max Verstappen joined by Isack Hadjar.
Hadjar earned promotion to the senior Red Bull team after racing for Racing Bulls during his rookie 2025 season.
The move puts Hadjar alongside Verstappen, giving Red Bull a combination of experience and younger talent.
Hadjar has also already been confirmed to remain alongside Verstappen for the 2027 season.
Mercedes: George Russell & Kimi Antonelli
Mercedes continues with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli.
Antonelli is now in his second Formula 1 season after joining Mercedes in 2025, while Russell provides the more experienced half of the pairing.
The 2026 season has been particularly significant for Mercedes, with Antonelli and Russell occupying the top two positions in the Drivers’ Championship after the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
That gives Las Vegas spectators another storyline to follow when Formula 1 reaches Nevada in November.
Aston Martin: Fernando Alonso & Lance Stroll
Aston Martin retains Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll for 2026.
Alonso remains one of the most experienced drivers on the Formula 1 grid, while Stroll continues with the team for another season.
The 2026 season is also an important technical change for Aston Martin, adding another reason to watch how the team performs as the championship approaches its final races.
Alpine: Pierre Gasly & Franco Colapinto
Alpine’s 2026 lineup consists of Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto.
Colapinto now has a full-time place alongside Gasly after his earlier Formula 1 appearances.
The pairing gives Alpine a combination of Gasly’s Grand Prix experience and Colapinto’s younger profile as the team works through the new 2026 regulations.
Haas: Esteban Ocon & Oliver Bearman
American-owned Haas races with Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman.
Ocon brings extensive Formula 1 experience, while Bearman continues his development after joining Haas as a full-time driver.
For American fans attending the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Haas is also one of two U.S.-based teams on the 2026 grid following Cadillac’s arrival.
Racing Bulls: Liam Lawson & Arvid Lindblad
Racing Bulls has Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad for 2026.
Lindblad moved into Formula 1 after Hadjar’s promotion to Red Bull and became the only rookie on the full-season 2026 grid.
The British driver was just 18 when he began his first Formula 1 season, making him one of the younger drivers Las Vegas spectators can watch in 2026.
Williams: Carlos Sainz & Alex Albon
Williams continues with Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon.
Sainz joined Williams after leaving Ferrari, while Albon remains with the team as his teammate.
Both drivers have significant Formula 1 experience, giving Williams one of the more experienced pairings on the grid.
Audi: Nico Hülkenberg & Gabriel Bortoleto
One of the biggest changes to the 2026 grid is the arrival of Audi.
The German manufacturer has taken over the former Sauber operation and competes with Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto.
Hülkenberg brings extensive Formula 1 experience, while Bortoleto represents the younger side of Audi’s driver lineup.
For Las Vegas fans, 2026 will be the first opportunity to see Audi’s factory Formula 1 team racing down the Strip.
Cadillac: Sergio Pérez & Valtteri Bottas
The biggest expansion of the 2026 grid comes from Cadillac.
Cadillac joined Formula 1 as the championship’s 11th team, increasing the grid from 20 to 22 cars.
The American team selected two highly experienced drivers for its debut season: Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas. Between them, they entered Cadillac’s first season with more than 500 Grand Prix starts and 16 race victories.
Cadillac currently uses Ferrari power units, with General Motors planning to introduce its own F1 power unit from 2029.
The team’s arrival is particularly notable for Las Vegas because the race takes place in the United States, giving American spectators another home-based constructor alongside Haas.
How Many Drivers Will Race in Las Vegas in 2026?
The 2026 Formula 1 grid consists of 22 full-time drivers across 11 teams.
That is two more cars than the 20-car grids seen before Cadillac’s arrival.
Barring substitutions, injuries, suspensions, or other lineup changes before race weekend, these are the drivers expected to compete at the 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix.
2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix Date
The 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix takes place November 19–21, 2026.
The race itself is scheduled for:
Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM local time.
Formula 1 lists the Las Vegas Strip Circuit at 6.201 km (3.853 miles) with 50 laps and a total race distance of 309.958 km.
The circuit incorporates Las Vegas Boulevard, allowing spectators to watch Formula 1 cars race directly along the Strip at night.
Drivers to Know Before the Las Vegas Grand Prix
First-time F1 spectators don’t need to memorize all 22 drivers before attending.
Several names and team changes are particularly useful to recognize.
- Lewis Hamilton races for Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc.
- Max Verstappen remains with Red Bull, now partnered by Isack Hadjar.
- Kimi Antonelli and George Russell form Mercedes’ lineup.
- Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas represent the new Cadillac team.
- Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto race for Audi.
- Arvid Lindblad is the only full-season rookie on the 2026 grid.
Knowing these major changes makes it much easier to follow qualifying and the race if you haven’t watched every round of the 2026 season.
Conclusion
The F1 Las Vegas Drivers 2026 lineup features 22 drivers across 11 teams, making this year’s grid different from previous editions of the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Cadillac joins Formula 1 with Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas, Audi replaces Sauber with Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto, Isack Hadjar partners Max Verstappen at Red Bull, and rookie Arvid Lindblad races alongside Liam Lawson at Racing Bulls.
Fans will be able to see the complete grid race under the lights of the Las Vegas Strip Circuit when the 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix takes place November 19–21.
FAQ
How many F1 drivers are there in 2026?
There are 22 full-time drivers across 11 Formula 1 teams following Cadillac’s addition to the grid.
Who are the Cadillac F1 drivers in 2026?
Cadillac’s drivers are Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas. The team made its Formula 1 debut in 2026.
Who drives for Ferrari in 2026?
Ferrari’s drivers are Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton.
Who is Max Verstappen’s teammate in 2026?
Isack Hadjar is Verstappen’s Red Bull teammate. Hadjar was promoted from Racing Bulls for the 2026 season.
Who are the Audi F1 drivers?
Audi races with Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto in 2026.
Who is the F1 rookie in 2026?
Racing Bulls driver Arvid Lindblad is the only rookie on the full-season 2026 Formula 1 grid.
When is the 2026 Las Vegas F1 race?
The race is scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM Las Vegas time, with the race weekend running November 19–21.
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