Japanese F2 driver Yuki Tsunoda is set to make his Formula One debut with Red Bull’s Alpha Tauri team in 2021 – replacing Daniil Kvyat alongside Pierre Gasly.
The 20-year-old, finished third in his maiden Formula 2 season this year and is a member of the junior programs of both Red Bull and their engine partner Honda.
Tsunoda is the first Japanese driver in Formula 1 since Kamui Kobayashi, who competed for Sauber from 2010-12 and Caterham in 2014.
Meanwhile, the Russian Kvyat does not currently have a team to drive for in F1 next season.