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F1 Rookie Lindblad Begins First Road Driving Lesson

Having passed his theory test, the 18-year-old Racing Bulls driver keeps a four-race points run while starting practical lessons that expose the gap between UK road rules and F1 eligibility.

Formula One F1 - British Grand Prix - Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain - July 4, 2026 RB's Arvid Lindblad during qualifying REUTERS/Andrew Boyers
Lindblad at Silverstone

Overview

  • Lindblad has taken his first practical driving lesson after passing the UK theory test, and he discussed the step during a Sky Sports appearance where he was handed an England cricket shirt.
  • The Racing Bulls rookie has scored points in each of his last four races and sits 11th in the 22-driver standings in his debut Formula One season.
  • Despite regular high speeds on track, Lindblad cannot yet drive unaccompanied on UK public roads because he has not completed the practical driving test.
  • He is preparing to race at Spa-Francorchamps and specifically said he is looking forward to tackling the Eau Rouge corner this weekend.
  • The situation highlights how national licence rules differ from FIA race licensing — youngsters can reach F1 before holding full road licences, a contrast noted by Kimi Antonelli having taken a driving test in Italy at 18.