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Red Bull junior Arvid Lindblad will begin 2025 by racing in Formula Regional Oceania with M2 Competition.
The 17-year-old’s campaign in New Zealand will precede his move up to Formula 2 with Campos Racing next year, after he finished fourth in his rookie season in FIA Formula 3 in 2024.
A strong championship finish in FRegional Oceania could allow Lindblad to qualify for his FIA superlicence and therefore become eligible to appear in Formula 1, with up to 18 of the required 40 points on offer.
“I’m really excited to be competing in the FR Oceania championship with M2 Competition,” he said. “The team has been incredibly successful in the past winning many of the recent championships so there is no one better to be with.
“It’ll be my first time in New Zealand so all the tracks will be new but I am really looking forward to the challenge of these fantastic circuits. The championship has been very successful with many competitors making it to Formula 1; therefore it’ll be great winter preparation for the Formula 2 championship this year. I can’t wait to get started.”
M2 boss Jonathan Moury said: “We are proud to have Arvid Lindblad join M2 Competition for the FRegional Oceania season.
“His progression from Formula 3 to Formula 2 next year highlights the calibre of talent we can attract and develop in this series. It’s a testament to how valuable FRegional Oceania is for preparing drivers for the highest levels of motorsport. We are incredibly grateful to the Red Bull Formula 1 team for entrusting us with supporting Arvid’s journey.”