MILAN (ITALPRESS) – Red Bull announced that Isack Hadjar will join Max Verstappen to form the team’s pair of drivers for the 2026 season. Hadjar, who turned 21 in September, impressed in his debut season in Formula 1 with the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, crowned by the podium of the Holland Grand Prix. Hadjar’s arrival led the stable to greet Yuki Tsunoda, riding in the Red Bull family since 2019, after over one hundred races, although he will remain taking the role of Test and Reserve Driver Red Bull for 2026.
“Yuki runs with Red Bull colors for seven years and I had the pleasure of working with him in both Red Bull teams. During his five seasons so far in Formula 1, Yuki has matured becoming a complete driver. Everyone in the paddock agrees that it is impossible not to love Yuki: his personality is contagious and he became a special part of the Red Bull family. On behalf of everyone in Red Bull, I thank him for what he has given so far: we know that it will offer invaluable support to the projects 2026′′′ words of Laurent Mekies, CEO and Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing. As for Isack, in his first season in F1 he demonstrated great maturity and excellent learning ability. Above all, it showed the pure speed that is the number one requirement in this sport. We believe that Isack can grow next to Max and create magic on the track.”.
“I am very grateful to Oracle Red Bull Racing for giving me the opportunity and confidence to run at the highest level of Formula 1. After all the work I’ve done since I joined the Junior Team, it’s a huge satisfaction. I have lived many ups and downs in my career, and they have continued to believe in me and push me. I feel ready for the ride to Oracle Red Bull Racing, and I am happy and proud that they too think so. It is an extraordinary opportunity: working with the best and learning from Max is something I can’t wait to do” the words of Isack Hadjar.
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