Red Bull prodigy Arvin Lindblad has been granted a super licence by the FIA.
The licence allows him to take part in F1 Grand Prix sessions, such as free practice and qualifying.
Drivers are usually only permitted to receive a super licence once they turn 18. However, the FIA have granted special dispensation to the 17-year-old.
“The FIA has received a request to grant a super licence to Arvid Lindblad prior to his 18th birthday,” an FIA statement read.
“After considering the information presented in support of this request, the World Council found that the driver has recently and consistently demonstrated outstanding ability and maturity in single-seater formula car competition and therefore approved the request.”
Lindblad has excelled in F2 this year, winning two races and finishing in the top 10 in all 11 events.
He could be the main candidate to replace Max Verstappen if the Dutchman ever moves on from Red Bull.