Franco Colapinto: FIA confirms 2026 Formula 1 numbers | OneFootball

The FIA published the official list of teams and drivers for the 2026 Formula 1 season and cleared up one of the main doubts: Franco Colapinto will continue using the number 43. The Argentine had caused uncertainty weeks ago with a social media post that he later edited, but the official document confirmed that he will keep the number with which he debuted in the category and that holds strong personal value. The list also revealed other notable decisions. Lando Norris, the reigning champion, chose to race with the number 1, while Max Verstappen opted for the number 3 after moving on from the 33 he used before his championship win. The numbering system allows drivers to keep their number throughout their career, except for the numbers 1 and 17, the latter retired in honor of Jules Bianchi. Regarding the structure, the grid will have eleven teams with the arrival of Cadillac and several internal movements. Sauber will continue to be officially listed for another year during its transition to Audi, while new drivers and historic numbers reappear in a season that is already starting to take shape.

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