The false ceiling: why F1's 2026 rules are hiding its best drivers
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Which Formula 1 teams have confirmed their 2019 seats, who’s driving for what team? Updated: All of the 2019 F1 seats have been filled

Ferrari (confirmed)
Charles Leclerc – from Sauber
Mercedes (confirmed)
Red Bull (confirmed)
Pierre Gasly – from Toro Rosso
McLaren (confirmed)
Carlos Sainz – from Renault
Lando Norris – former junior
Renault (confirmed)
Daniel Ricciardo – from Red Bull
Alfa Romeo Racing (confirmed)
Kimi Räikkönen – from Ferrari
Antonio Giovinazzi – former junior
Haas (confirmed)
Racing Point (confirmed)
Lance Stroll – from Williams
Toro Rosso (confirmed)
Williams (confirmed)
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