Formula 1 fans have a uniform of their own. Walk through any grandstand, pub or living room on a race Sunday and you will see the same thing: polo shirts in team colors, covered in the same sponsor logos as the cars on screen. A team polo is smarter than a T-shirt and more comfortable than a jacket, which is why F1 team polos have become the go-to choice for race weekends, watch parties and even casual Fridays at the office.
Every team tells its story through color. Here are five current polos, one per team, with the color story behind each.
Five Teams, Five Colors
Each of these Formula 1 polo shirts comes from the team’s official kit partner.
Scuderia Ferrari Puma Team Polo
The color story: Ferrari red is perhaps the most recognizable color in motorsport, and wearing it says you follow the oldest team in the sport. This red polo is made from 100% cotton, with heat-sealed team graphics and a zippered placket that gives the classic polo shape a modern touch. It is equally at home at the track or on a casual day out.
McLaren F1 Team Puma Polo
The color story: McLaren’s bright orange stands out on any grid and in any crowd. This orange and black polo carries screen-printed sponsor graphics on the torso and sleeves, double-stitched sleeves and hem for durability, a self-fabric collar and a four-button hidden placket for a clean, sleek finish.
Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team adidas Silver Arrows Icon Long Sleeve Polo
The color story: the Silver Arrows name links today’s team to its racing heritage. This cream long-sleeve polo is part of a collection celebrating that history. It is made from soft, breathable piqué fabric with a regular fit, a three-button placket, side splits at the hem, sewn-on stripes down both sleeves, rib-knit cuffs and embroidered chest logos. It is the most understated pick here and the easiest to wear away from race day.
Aston Martin Puma 2026 Team Polo
The color story: deep British racing green is one of the sport’s oldest national colors. This 2026 team polo is made from a polyester and elastane blend with a little stretch, and it features screen-printed sponsor graphics on the torso, back and sleeves, a hidden four-button placket, a self-fabric collar and double-stitched hems.
Audi adidas F1 Team Alphaskin Polo
The color story: the charcoal tones suit a newer name on the grid and give a clean, technical look. This polo has a cotton body with a cotton and spandex rib, printed team and brand graphics on both sides of the chest, the classic sewn-on three stripes on the sleeves, a two-button placket and a droptail hem with side splits.
Styling a Team Polo
- Race day at the track: pair a short-sleeve team polo with lightweight shorts or chinos, comfortable sneakers and sunglasses.
- Watch party at home or with friends: wear it with jeans; a sponsor-heavy polo carries the look on its own.
- Smart-casual office day: choose a subtle option, such as a long-sleeve piqué polo, and tuck it into tailored pants.
- Cooler evenings: layer a plain zip jacket or a team softshell over the polo and leave it open.
Care and Sizing
Team polos with screen-printed sponsor graphics last longest when washed inside out on a cold, gentle cycle and line-dried, since high heat can crack prints over time. Cotton polos may soften and relax a little after the first few washes, while polyester and elastane blends hold their shape and dry quickly. Check whether a polo is listed in a regular or more fitted cut, and size up if you prefer a relaxed fit or plan to wear a layer underneath.
It also helps to think about how you will use the polo. If you want one shirt for the whole season, a short-sleeve option in your team’s main color is the most versatile. If you already own a team T-shirt or jacket, a long-sleeve polo adds a smarter option for cooler races.
The Finish Line
Pick your team, then pick the polo that suits where you will wear it: a sponsor-covered design for race day or a quieter heritage piece for every day. A well-made racing team polo is one of the simplest ways to show your loyalty from lights out to the checkered flag, and a good Formula 1 gift for any fan.
All five polos above can be found at Fanatics. Race weekends come and go, but 2minuteread keeps the quick reads coming.