Red Bull Racing has confirmed that Isack Hadjar will remain Max Verstappen's teammate for the 2027 Formula 1 season after signing a contract extension. The 21-year-old Frenchman has impressed during his first campaign with the senior team, including a podium finish at the Monaco Grand Prix. This move breaks a pattern of frequent changes in Red Bull's second seat, which has proved difficult for several drivers alongside Verstappen.
Hadjar stepped up to Red Bull at the beginning of the 2026 season after spending his rookie campaign with the sister Racing Bulls team in 2025. He immediately demonstrated his potential by qualifying third at the Australian Grand Prix, before establishing himself as a consistent points scorer. According to Red Bull, Hadjar has recorded seven consecutive top-six finishes, with his first podium for the team in Monaco representing the standout moment of his season so far.
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies praised the Frenchman's development and attitude since joining the senior team. Mekies stated that extending Hadjar's contract was an easy decision for the team, highlighting his superb performance on and off track, especially considering this is only his second Formula 1 season. This contract extension allows Hadjar to build on his progress rather than face the uncertainty that has surrounded the second Red Bull seat in recent years.
The decision is particularly notable given the challenges faced by several drivers who have partnered Verstappen at Red Bull. Pierre Gasly was replaced by Alex Albon after 12 races, while Albon lost his seat at the end of the 2020 season. Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda also experienced changes to their positions around the senior and junior teams, while Sergio Perez remained Verstappen's teammate from 2021 to 2024 and secured five race victories during that period.
Hadjar's performances have now convinced Red Bull to provide him with a second full season alongside the four-time world champion. His contract extension offers continuity as the team works to strengthen its competitive position. Additionally, Verstappen is already committed to the team until the end of 2030, completing Red Bull's senior driver line-up for next season.
Hadjar is expected to return to racing at this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix after recovering from his wrist injury. During his absence, Liam Lawson temporarily replaced him at Red Bull, while Yuki Tsunoda moved back into the reserve role. Hadjar's comeback will give him an opportunity to resume his campaign and demonstrate that his early-season form was no temporary breakthrough.
With this contract extension, Red Bull has made its position clear: the Frenchman remains part of the team's plans for 2027. The team is looking forward to seeing Hadjar continue to develop and grow alongside Verstappen. For now, the focus is on the upcoming season and how the team can build on its current performance.
Key points
- Red Bull retains Isack Hadjar alongside Max Verstappen for 2027 F1 season
- Hadjar impressed during his first campaign with the senior team, including a podium finish at the Monaco Grand Prix
- The contract extension offers continuity as the team works to strengthen its competitive position
