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Max Verstappen Switches to No. 3 After Getting Daniel Ricciardo’s Blessing

Verstappen will race with No. 3 in 2026, previously used by Daniel Ricciardo. ESPN reported Verstappen sought Ricciardo’s permission, granted after talks despite the number’s two-season rule. Verstappen used No. 1 from 2022–2025, but only reigning champions can claim it, and Lando Norris will run No. 1 after winning the 2025 title in Abu Dhabi.