Isack Hadjar has extended his contract with Red Bull for the upcoming Formula 1 season, according to an official announcement published on the team’s website. The 21-year-old French driver’s one-year extension was confirmed just a day after the team announced his return to the cockpit for the upcoming Azerbaijan Grand Prix following a three-race absence caused by a wrist injury.
Contract Extension and 2026 Season Standing
Hadjar currently sits eighth in the drivers’ world championship standings with 71 points after 14 completed races. He made his Formula 1 debut during the previous championship season while driving for Racing Bulls, where he secured 51 points to finish 12th overall. Following that promising rookie campaign, he stepped up to Red Bull. However, his progress was temporarily halted when a wrist injury forced him to sit out three grands prix in the Netherlands, Italy, and Spain. During that recovery period, New Zealand driver Liam Lawson stepped in to pilot one of the Red Bull entries, while Yuki Tsunoda took over Lawson’s seat at Racing Bulls.
Teammate Dynamics and Verstappen’s Long-Term Deal
Max Verstappen holds sixth place in the championship standings with 145 points. The four-time world champion’s future with the team is secured through a four-year contract extension signed earlier, which binds him to Red Bull through the end of the 2030 season. With Hadjar now locked in alongside Verstappen for the next chapter, the squad maintains stability in its driver lineup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Max Verstappen’s teammate at Red Bull?
Isack Hadjar drives alongside Max Verstappen, though Liam Lawson temporarily substituted for Hadjar during three races due to injury.
How many points does Isack Hadjar have this season?
Hadjar has accumulated 71 points across 14 races, placing him eighth in the championship standings.
Which team did Hadjar drive for previously?
Hadjar made his Formula 1 debut with Racing Bulls during the previous season before moving up to Red Bull.
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