TRIDENT confirm Laurens van Hoepen and Martinius Stenshorne for Baku Round

TRIDENT has confirmed that Laurens van Hoepen and Martinius Stenshorne will drive for the team in Baku.

Both drivers step up from FIA Formula 3 having completed their seasons with ART Grand Prix and Hitech TGR respectively.

Stenshorne achieved two wins and a further three podium finishes in 2025 en route to P5 in the Drivers’ Standings. Meanwhile, van Hoepen finished the year 12th overall with two podiums to his record also.

Speaking of his opportunity with TRIDENT, Stenshorne said he was proud to be making the step up to F2.

“I’m very proud to be joining Trident Motorsport for the next round of the FIA Formula 2 Championship in Baku. This is an exciting opportunity, and I can’t wait to get on track with the team on such a unique and challenging circuit. I will give it everything and try to learn as much as possible from this new experience.”

Van Hoepen echoed those sentiments, saying he was looking forward to the chance to race in Baku for the first time.

“I’m really looking forward to making my FIA Formula 2 debut with Trident Motorsport. It’s a fantastic opportunity to step up to the next category at such a technical and spectacular circuit like Baku. It will be a valuable experience that I can build on for the future.”

TRIDENT Team Manager Giacomo Ricci added: “We are delighted to announce our agreement with Laurens van Hoepen and Martinius Stenshorne, two drivers of outstanding ability and great potential. Both have proven to be frontrunners this year and in previous seasons. Making their debut in Baku will certainly be a big challenge, as neither of them has experience with a Formula 2 car or the circuit itself. We are fully focused on preparing for the event. At the same time, we want to sincerely thank Sami Meguetounif and Max Esterson, and wish them all the best in their future careers.”