Since George Russell won the title in 2018, no F2 champion has made it to F1 the following season, and fewer rookies have made the step up over those six years.

In 2025, the tide turned with six rookies on the grid, including double junior champion Gabriel Bortoleto. Arvid Lindblad is the only rookie this season, but a strong F2 field could suggest more fresh faces make the step up in 2027.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer and F1 fan Luca Salmasi takes a look at five prospects that fans should keep an eye on this season.