Aston Martin have confirmed that Jak Crawford will likely be again within the AMR25 for Free Follow 1 of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and participate within the post-season Younger Driver Check.
The American driver will take over from Lance Stroll for his second F1 follow session of the season following his maiden outing at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Crawford has already been confirmed as the team’s Third Driver for the 2026 season and been closely concerned with the staff’s simulator work this 12 months.
Heading into the ultimate two rounds of the Formula 2 season, he’s concerned within the championship battle, at present second within the standings on 169 factors, 19 adrift of chief Leonardo Fornaroli.
“I’m thrilled to get again behind the wheel of the AMR25 for the second time this season,” Crawford stated of his Abu Dhabi alternative.
“I’ve spent loads of time within the simulator on the AMR Expertise Campus this 12 months, and with the ability to translate that work onto the observe is extremely rewarding.
“Mexico was an enormous studying expertise for me and I’m trying ahead to persevering with that improvement in each the FP1 session and the Younger Driver Check.”
Andy Cowell, CEO and Workforce Principal of Aston Martin, added: “It’s improbable to see Jak again within the automobile so quickly after Mexico. Constructing mileage within the automobile and sustaining momentum is precisely what we intention for in growing our younger drivers.
“This session in Abu Dhabi will likely be an essential step as he prepares for his new function as Third Driver subsequent 12 months, and we’re excited to proceed supporting his progress.”
