Nikola Tsolov among the favorites for Formula 2 in 2026?

At the end of his three seasons of Formula 3Nikola Tsolov failed to capture the championship title. This season, the Bulgarian Lion was in contention, having been able to close the gap to just one point behind the untouchable Rafael Câmara after the Austrian event. Red Bull ring.

Having won in Monaco, among other races, driver Campos was subsequently unable to achieve any further success. Disqualified from the race he won in Spielberg, he displayed inconsistency throughout the year, while his rival Rafael Câmara was almost metronomic in crucial moments.

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Tsolov already in the big leagues

In 2026, it will be in Formula 2 Nikola Tsolov will be competing for the team. Retaining the confidence of Campos Racing and the Red Bull Junior Team, the Bulgarian will be aiming for a convincing first season as a rookie. Despite a highly competitive grid – including talents such as Rafael Câmara, Alexander Dunne, Colton Herta, and Dino Beganovic – Tsolov, who will be partnered with Noel León, knows that Campos will be able to provide him with the tools to fight at the front. Admittedly, Invicta has had a significant advantage for several seasons now, while Rodin can also aim high.

However, Nikola Tsolov's progress on the track is undeniable. Capable of outqualifying Arvid Lindblad twice, the driver who made his Formula 2 debut with guest appearances in Qatar and Abu Dhabi at the end of the season certainly made an impression. Third in the Sprint at the Yas Marina circuit, the Bulgarian Lion wasted no time in roaring, and could well be looking to the future with even greater ambition, perhaps even extending his long-distance duel with the current Formula 3 champion…