As the 2021 Formula One season comes to a close, fans around the world are already looking ahead to what promises to be an exciting and competitive 2022 season. While established stars like Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen will undoubtedly continue to dominate the headlines, there are a number of young and talented drivers who are poised to make a big impact in the sport next year.
One of the drivers to watch in the upcoming season is George Russell. The British driver has been a rising star in Formula One for several years now, and his recent performance as a stand-in for Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes only served to underscore his talent. Russell will be moving to Mercedes full-time next year, and many are expecting big things from him as he takes on the challenge of racing for one of the sport’s top teams.
Another driver who is sure to make waves in the 2022 season is Lando Norris. The young British driver has been impressing fans and pundits alike with his consistent performances for McLaren, and he will be looking to build on his success next year. With McLaren making strides in their performance this season, Norris could well be a dark horse for race wins and even a title challenge.
Esteban Ocon is another driver who is on the rise. The Frenchman has been quietly impressive for Alpine this season, with a standout victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix showing that he has what it takes to compete at the front of the grid. Ocon will be looking to continue his momentum into next year, and he could well be a driver to watch in the upcoming season.
Finally, Yuki Tsunoda is a name that is sure to be on the lips of many Formula One fans next year. The Japanese rookie has shown flashes of brilliance in his debut season with AlphaTauri, and he will be looking to build on that as he gains more experience in the sport. With his aggressive driving style and fearless attitude, Tsunoda could well be one of the breakout stars of the 2022 season.
With so many talented young drivers making their mark in Formula One, next year’s season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory. While established stars like Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen will continue to dominate the headlines, fans would do well to keep an eye on the rising stars of the sport who could well be the ones to watch in the upcoming season. Whether it’s George Russell at Mercedes, Lando Norris at McLaren, Esteban Ocon at Alpine, or Yuki Tsunoda at AlphaTauri, there are plenty of exciting talents to keep an eye on as Formula One enters a new era of competition.