2026 F1 Driver Numbers Confirmed
With the 2026 Formula 1 season marking the start of a bold new technical era, the driver line-up is not the only thing fans are keeping an eye on. Driver numbers, which have become a key part of each racer’s identity since their permanent introduction in 2014, are now fully confirmed for the upcoming campaign.
From reigning champion Lando Norris proudly running the iconic number 1, to rookies selecting numbers steeped in history, here’s the complete breakdown of every confirmed driver number on the 2026 F1 grid — including debutant Arvid Lindblad as he begins his first season at the top level.
Alpine
- Pierre Gasly – #10 (previously used by Kamui Kobayashi)
- Franco Colapinto – #43 (new number)
Aston Martin
- Fernando Alonso – #14
- Lance Stroll – #18
Audi
- Gabriel Bortoleto – #5 (famously used by Sebastian Vettel)
- Nico Hulkenberg – #27
Cadillac
- Sergio Perez – #11
- Valtteri Bottas – #77
Ferrari
- Charles Leclerc – #16
- Lewis Hamilton – #44
Haas
- Esteban Ocon – #31
- Oliver Bearman – #87
McLaren
- Lando Norris – #1 (reserved for the reigning World Champion)
- Oscar Piastri – #81
Mercedes
- Andrea Kimi Antonelli – #12 (previously used by Felipe Nasr)
- George Russell – #63
Racing Bulls
- Liam Lawson – #30 (previously Jolyon Palmer)
- Arvid Lindblad – #41
Red Bull
- Max Verstappen – #3 (previously used by Daniel Ricciardo)
- Isack Hadjar – #6 (previously Nico Rosberg and Nicholas Latifi)
Williams
- Alex Albon – #23
- Carlos Sainz – #55
Why Driver Numbers Still Matter in F1
While car liveries and team colours change regularly, driver numbers have become a lasting personal brand in modern Formula 1. Whether it’s Hamilton’s iconic #44, Norris carrying the champion’s #1, or Verstappen’s switch to #3 for a new era, these numbers now tell stories that extend beyond a single season.
As the 2026 regulations usher Formula 1 into a fresh chapter, these confirmed driver numbers provide the final piece of the grid puzzle — and another reason for fans to start counting down to lights out.
