Pierre Gasly set for historic Renault RS10 run at French Historic Grand Prix. Pierre Gasly will drive the iconic Renault RS10 at the 2026 French Historic Grand Prix.

Gasly returns to Paul Ricard with a legendary single-seater

Following the official announcement of Isack Hadjar last week, it has now been confirmed that Pierre Gasly, one of the leading drivers in modern Formula 1 and widely recognised as one of the most talented French drivers of his generation, will also take part in the historic French Grand Prix event at Paul Ricard. The event is scheduled to take place over the weekend of 8–10 May 2026.

For this special occasion, Pierre Gasly will get behind the wheel of an iconic car: the Renault RS10. Introduced in 1979, this legendary single-seater made history by becoming the first turbocharged Formula 1 car ever to win a Grand Prix, achieving victory at the French Grand Prix held at Dijon-Prenois with Jean-Pierre Jabouille at the wheel. Initially considered bold and even risky, Renault’s turbo technology would go on to revolutionise Formula 1 and eventually become the standard power unit concept in the following decades.

With its turbocharged V6 engine, the RS10 represents a true technological turning point in the history of Formula 1. Its success marked the beginning of the turbo era and became a symbol of innovation and engineering ambition in motorsport. Seeing it back on track today, driven by a current-generation Formula 1 driver like Pierre Gasly, is a rare and meaningful moment that connects heritage, performance, and technological evolution.

The 2026 edition of the French Historic Grand Prix is once again shaping up to be a must-watch event, bringing to life some of the most iconic chapters in Formula 1 history. Through spectacular demonstration runs and a fascinating dialogue between past and present, the event continues to celebrate the evolution of the sport in a unique and emotional way.

In summary, Pierre Gasly’s participation in the 2026 French Historic Grand Prix offers fans a unique opportunity to see a modern winner tame the beast that started the turbo revolution. By showcasing the legendary Renault RS10 at Paul Ricard, the event continues to bridge the gap between F1’s storied history and its high-tech future, celebrating the French engineering spirit that forever changed the sport.