F2 In 2026 So Far
- therookiereporters
- Jul 30
- 2 min read
Formula 2 has been heating up in 2026 and it is now summer break for our drivers, here is what has gone down in the championship so far.
The championship has completed nine rounds so far, not including the two cancellations that threw complications into the drivers plans. It has been a series full of first-time winners, title fight twist and standout performances from rookies with a point to prove. The championship has five rounds left and the battle for the title is well and truly on.
Red Bull junior team member, and full time F2 rookie, Nikola Tsolov leads the championship. His performances have been a benchmark for many of his competitors to aim for this season. He has been finding the perfect combination of qualifying pace, racecraft and consistency, helping him to keep himself at the top of the standings, ignoring the immense pressure from his rivals. Alongside Tsolov at Campos racing is Noel León, another rookie with a point to prove. He gained his maiden Formula 2 feature race win in Budapest and showed himself to be one of the standout newcomers for 2026. With both of these drivers performing at the top of their game, Campos racing has emerged as the team to beat. They’ve kept pace and consistency through all the rounds so far and proved themselves to the other teams.
This season has a highly competitive rookie class. The newcomers have to quickly adapt to the style of Formula 2 and all the complications the series has thrown at them. Rafael Câmara has stood out as the reigning Formula 3. The Invicta driver has emerged as a strong contender for the title, claiming multiple podiums and victories, showcasing his skills to all those that are watching. Many other rookies have shown the strength as well, and the skill it takes to come in and match those that have been doing it for multiple years.
The sprint and feature races have both continued to surprise. The reverse-grid sprint races have given opportunities for different drivers to claim wins and performances, the races have been pivotal in shaping the championship fight and giving the spotlight to multiple drivers. The title margins are getting smaller and the drivers are getting more desperate for points. With five rounds remaining for these drivers they will be grabbing at every point they can get, consistency will be key. But who will come out on top in 2026?
Article written by Imogen Moggridge © Imogen Moggridge 2026
