Racing Bulls delivered one of the more eye-catching performances during the opening practice sessions of the Australian Grand Prix 2026 at Albert Park, with their young driver lineup showing strong pace in the midfield.
What worked
The standout performer for the team was rookie Arvid Lindblad, who finished P5 in FP1 and continued to show strong pace in FP2. His performance has been one of the highlights of Friday practice.
Teammate Isack Hadjar also impressed, finishing P4 in FP1 and maintaining solid pace in FP2, helping Racing Bulls remain competitive throughout the sessions.
Overall, the team appeared to be punching above their expected midfield position, with both drivers consistently running in strong positions.
What didn’t
The team showed some inconsistency across the two sessions, with occasional off-track moments affecting clean runs.
Despite the promising pace, Racing Bulls have not yet been able to consistently challenge the leading teams.
Overall
Racing Bulls showed several bright spots thanks to their young drivers, and if they can maintain consistency, the team could potentially surprise during qualifying at Albert Park.