Red Bull Racing extends Isack Hadjar's contract to keep him as Max Verstappen's teammate for 2027

Red Bull Racing announced on Wednesday that it has extended Isack Hadjar's contract, keeping him as Max Verstappen's teammate for the 2027 Formula 1 season. The 21-year-old French driver, who joined the senior team this year after a rookie season with Racing Bulls, has impressed with his pace and consistency. Hadjar missed three races due to a wrist injury but will return at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix this weekend. Team principal Laurent Mekies called the extension an easy decision, praising Hadjar's performance and composure. Hadjar remains eighth in the standings despite his layoff.