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Kimi Antonelli secured a third-place grid start for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia after a grid penalty for Isack Hadjar. The Mercedes driver initially believed he was fourth but reacted with visible relief upon learning of the promotion. Antonelli acknowledged Red Bull’s pace advantage but expressed confidence in managing track position and tire wear to compete for the podium or win.
Red Bull Racing has confirmed that French driver Isack Hadjar will remain as Max Verstappen’s teammate for the 2027 Formula 1 season. The 21-year-old, who stepped up from sister team Racing Bulls in 2026, has demonstrated strong pace despite a recent injury. Team principal Laurent Mekies called the extension an 'easy decision,' citing Hadjar’s composure and development. This move solidifies Red Bull’s driver lineup for the next season, following Verstappen’s recent contract extension through 2030.
Red Bull Racing has extended the contract of French driver Isack Hadjar, securing him as Max Verstappen's teammate for the 2027 season. The 21-year-old, who joined the senior team this year after a rookie season with Racing Bulls, has demonstrated strong pace, including a third-place finish in Monaco. Team principal Laurent Mekies called the decision 'easy,' citing Hadjar's composure and performance despite a recent wrist injury that sidelined him for three races. Hadjar expressed gratitude for the opportunity to drive alongside a four-time world champion, while Verstappen recently signed a two-year extension through 2030.
Isack Hadjar will return to the Red Bull Racing lineup for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, replacing Liam Lawson after missing the previous three races due to a wrist injury. Red Bull confirmed Hadjar has fully recovered from the injury sustained while boxing. Lawson, who subbed in for the Netherlands, Italian, and Spanish Grands Prix, will return to the junior team Racing Bulls. Hadjar currently sits eighth in the drivers' championship with 71 points, while Verstappen remains his teammate.
Pole-sitter Kimi Antonelli converted a chaotic Monaco weekend into a victory, with Lewis Hamilton finishing second and Isack Hadjar grabbing a Red Bull podium amid a pack of safety-car twists. George Russell incurred a drive-through penalty after a pit-entry speed limit issue, while Charles Leclerc struggled with braking issues. Max Verstappen stalled at the start and retired with a power-unit fault; Pierre Gasly saw a potential podium slip away due to a pit-lane speeding penalty. Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad benefited from timing to post career-best finishes for Racing Bulls.
Kimi Antonelli seized a Miami win to reinforce his title credentials, while McLaren capitalized on upgrades with a sprint victory and a double-podium weekend. Isack Hadjar struggled for pace at Red Bull, Franco Colapinto impressed Alpine by climbing to seventh after a delayed pitstop, and Audi’s reliability woes persisted. Williams earned a rare double-points haul as the midfield mix intensified, though Ferrari endured misfortune with Hamilton and Leclerc’s incidents and penalties.
Isack Hadjar has been officially disqualified from qualifying for the Miami Grand Prix after his Red Bull RB22 breached FIA F1 regulations with protruding floorboards; he will start Sunday's race from the pit lane, Pierre Gasly moves into Hadjar’s Q9 slot and Nico Hulkenberg joins the fifth row, with Max Verstappen and polesitter Kimi Antonelli on the front row.
Isack Hadjar crashed Red Bull’s RB22 on Day 2 of Formula 1’s Barcelona pre-season test, with the rear of the car hitting the Tecpro barrier in Turn 14. Red Bull said he was 'all good' afterward. The incident occurred about 40 minutes before the session end, a setback as spare parts are scarce during the five-day test, though the team can potentially swap parts and continue running later in the week; Ferrari was the only other team in action that day with Leclerc and Hamilton in the SF-26.
Red Bull is evaluating plans for a final day of Barcelona testing after Isack Hadjar crashed the RB22 in wet conditions, damaging the rear of the car. It’s unclear whether the incident was Hadjar’s error or a car issue, and the team will assess the damage before deciding whether to run on the last available day, with Verstappen having completed the morning session and the squad continuing its heavy pre-season program around its own power unit.
Isack Hadjar crashed Red Bull’s RB22 in the second day of Barcelona’s 2026 pre-season F1 test, with the rear end hitting a Tecpro barrier about 35–40 minutes before the end of the session; Red Bull said Hadjar was fine. The incident comes during a closed five-day shakedown where teams run on three days, and spare parts are scarce, leaving Red Bull with potential to wait for a third running day if needed; Ferrari was the only other team in action on Tuesday.
Racing Bulls improved their standings in 2025, with standout moments including Isack Hadjar's first podium and strong qualifying performances, despite setbacks like a difficult Silverstone weekend. Hadjar's promising rookie season and head-to-head stats against teammates highlight his potential, setting the stage for further team development and driver changes in 2026.
Red Bull Racing has announced that 18-year-old Isack Hadjar will replace Yuki Tsunoda in the 2026 F1 season, with Arvid Lindblad moving to VCARB. Hadjar's promotion is seen as a smart move given his recent performance and timing, while Lindblad's experience and age make him a suitable choice for development. Tsunoda remains in the Red Bull ecosystem as a test driver, and the team aims for a more stable and promising driver lineup for the future.
Isack Hadjar will join Red Bull in 2026 to race alongside Max Verstappen, replacing Yuki Tsunoda who will become a reserve driver, while Arvid Lindblad debuts with Racing Bulls and Liam Lawson secures his seat for another season, marking a significant driver lineup change for the 2026 F1 season.