All of F1's new 2025 drivers have one thing in common - they were part of a team’s driver development program or academy.

Formula 1's driver ... Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber Zhou has the necessary experience with ground-effect F1 machinery and he is, reportedly, diligent, professional and hard-working in the garage.

Zhou Guanyu has joined Ferrari as a reserve driver for the 2025 Formula One season following his exit from Sauber at the end of last year. Zhou, 25, was announced in the role by Ferrari on Wednesday.

Ferrari and McLaren complete 2026 Pirelli tyre testing duty in Barcelona, with Lewis Hamilton racking up 161 laps across two ...