Isack Hadjar discusses racing alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 10:24 AM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Isack Hadjar expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to race alongside Max Verstappen, emphasizing that he is up against the Dutch driver during the peak of his career. The Red Bull Formula 1 driver recently secured a contract extension to remain with the team through 2027. Hadjar acknowledges the challenge of competing with a four-time champion and looks forward to further developing his skills in the sport. As he continues to build on his experience, Hadjar aims to learn from Verstappen's approach and performance on the track.
- •Hadjar views Verstappen as being in his 'prime of the prime'.
- •Hadjar's contract extension ensures his position at Red Bull until 2027.
- •The partnership presents both challenges and learning opportunities for Hadjar.
- 10:24 AMYahoo Sports — Isack Hadjar on reality of racing alongside "prime of the prime" Max Verstappen
- 10:24 AMMotorsport.com — Isack Hadjar on reality of racing alongside "prime of the prime" Max Verstappen
"Red Bull Formula 1 driver Isack Hadjar believes he is "very, very lucky" to be partnered with four-time champion Max Verstappen, stating he is facing the Dutchman at the "prime of the prime" of his career. Hadjar, who recently secured a contract extension to remain at the Milton Keynes outfit through the 2027 season, has been tasked with the notoriously difficult role of driving alongside ...Keep reading
"Isack Hadjar has described himself as "very, very lucky" to race alongside Max Verstappen
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 16, 2026, 10:24 AMIsack Hadjar on reality of racing alongside "prime of the prime" Max Verstappen
Isack Hadjar has described himself as "very, very lucky" to race alongside Max Verstappen
- Motorsport.comOct 16, 2026, 10:24 AMIsack Hadjar on reality of racing alongside "prime of the prime" Max Verstappen
Red Bull Formula 1 driver Isack Hadjar believes he is "very, very lucky" to be partnered with four-time champion Max Verstappen, stating he is facing the Dutchman at the "prime of the prime" of his career. Hadjar, who recently secured a contract extension to remain at the Milton Keynes outfit through the 2027 season, has been tasked with the notoriously difficult role of driving alongside ...Keep reading
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