Max Verstappen Switches to No. 3 for 2026 Under New FIA Number Rules

Lando Norris carries the champion’s No. 1 after edging Verstappen by two points.

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Verstappen confirmed the change in a Viaplay interview, choosing not to return to his former No. 33.
He explained that a single 3 feels cleaner than the “double-luck” 33 and that he has already had his luck in Formula 1.
The FIA recently revised its regulations to allow drivers to change numbers, clearing the way for the move.
Daniel Ricciardo, retired since 2024 and the previous holder of No. 3, cooperated and gave his blessing for the transfer.
A Red Bull brand designer shared a new No. 3 graphic that fans noticed can be flipped to trace a subtle No. 1 inside.