Formula 1 2027 season driver lineup status

As of early September 2026, Formula 1 teams are finalizing their driver rosters for the 2027 season. While top-tier seats appear settled, several vacancies remain in the second half of the grid, with many current driver contracts set to expire at the end of the 2026 calendar year. Management teams are currently evaluating options and strategic shifts ahead of future regulatory changes.

Notable contract news involves McLaren, which recently secured its lineup for the coming years. In late August 2026, world champion Lando Norris signed an extension keeping him with the team through the end of 2030, with an option to extend further. His teammate Oscar Piastri is under a multi-year deal signed in March 2025, which is expected to retain him until at least the end of 2028. Despite recent speculation regarding a potential swap between Piastri and Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen, McLaren management has publicly reaffirmed its commitment to its current drivers.

Further announcements regarding the remaining grid spots are expected over the coming months as teams conclude negotiations. The final composition of the 2027 grid will be determined by these ongoing strategic decisions and contractual obligations.