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Originally Posted by M5Rick
Bearman's out of the box performance makes him a future Championship contender.
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Yeah kind of.... imo the most promising future Formula 1 champions include a mix of current F1 drivers and rising stars in the junior series:
Current F1 Drivers
Oscar Piastri (McLaren) - The 2021 F2 champion impressed in his rookie F1 season with standout performances like his podium in Japan and a sprint race win in Qatar. His consistency and adaptability mark him as a future title contender
Lando Norris (McLaren) - With multiple podiums in recent seasons, Norris has demonstrated the skill and resilience needed to secure victories and potentially a championship when McLaren provides a competitive car
George Russell (Mercedes) - Having already won a race in Brazil and shown strong performances against Lewis Hamilton, Russell is well-positioned to challenge for titles as Mercedes refines their car
Rising Stars in Junior Categories
Oliver Bearman (F2) - A Ferrari junior, Bearman impressed in his rookie F2 season with multiple wins. He is tipped as Ferrari's next F1 driver, potentially by 2025
Theo Pourchaire (F2) - Backed by Alfa Romeo/Sauber, Pourchaire's consistent success in F2, including being the youngest race winner, signals his potential as a future F1 star
Gabriel Bortoleto (F3) - The 2023 F3 champion, Bortoleto's consistency and adaptability earned him a place in McLaren's junior program. He is expected to perform well in F2
Andrea Kimi Antonelli (F3) - A standout talent from Mercedes' junior academy, Antonelli has dominated lower-tier series and is seen as Italy’s most promising prospect for F1 in years
These drivers represent the future of F1, with their performances in junior categories or early F1 careers setting them apart as potential champions.