Red Bull confirms Isack Hadjar as Verstappen's teammate for 2027
9 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 8:50 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Red Bull Racing has officially extended Isack Hadjar's contract to keep him alongside Max Verstappen for the 2027 Formula 1 season. This announcement comes as Hadjar prepares to return to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing three races due to a wrist injury. Team principal Laurent Mekies expressed confidence in Hadjar, praising his commitment and performance, which led to the decision to extend his contract. Hadjar, currently eighth in the standings, noted his excitement to remain with Red Bull and the opportunity to learn from Verstappen. He is expected to contribute significantly as the team aims for its goals this season.
- •Isack Hadjar's contract extended to 2027 with Red Bull.
- •Hadjar missed three races due to a wrist injury.
- •He is eighth in the current Formula 1 standings.
- •Mekies highlighted Hadjar's strong performances and commitment.
- •Hadjar aims to learn from Verstappen as he progresses.
- 9:10 AMESPN F1 — Hadjar signs contract extension with Red bull
- 8:33 AMYahoo Sports — Hadjar confirmed as Verstappen’s Red Bull team-mate for second season
- 8:13 AMYahoo Sports — Red Bull confirm 2027 driver line-up after sealing new Max Verstappen deal
- 8:04 AMYahoo Sports — Red Bull retain Hadjar for 2027 season
- 7:55 AMBBC Sport — Red Bull retain Hadjar for 2027 season
- 7:54 AMYahoo Sports — Red Bull Confirms Isack Hadjar For 2027 F1 Season With New Contract
- 7:37 AMYahoo Sports — Red Bull confirms Isack Hadjar to stay as Verstappen's F1 teammate in 2027
- 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — Red Bull Confirms 2027 Driver Line-Up
"Isack Hadjar is staying with Red Bull as Max Verstappen's teammate for 2027 after the team extended his contract. The confirmation Wednesday comes as Hadjar prepares to return to action at this week's Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing three Formula 1 rounds with a wrist injury. “The period since his injury has been a difficult one for Isack, but this extension is a testament to how much we believe in him and we can’t wait to see him back out on track,” Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies said.
"In a humorous video posted on its social media channels to announce Isack Hadjar's return to the car after three races on the sidelines, Red Bull also took the opportunity to hint at his continued presence alongside Max Verstappen in 2027. Shortly afterwards, the team officially confirmed the line-up, locking it in for next year.
"Isack Hadjar has been handed a second season with Red Bull after the French driver was confirmed as Max Verstappen’s team-mate for 2027. Hadjar, 21, is back in his Red Bull cockpit for Saturday’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing the last three rounds with a wrist injury.
Sources
External links- ESPN F1Sep 23, 2026, 9:10 AMHadjar signs contract extension with Red bull
Red Bull has confirmed Isack Hadjar will remain as one of its race drivers in 2027, completing the team's line-up alongside Max Verstappen.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 8:33 AMHadjar confirmed as Verstappen’s Red Bull team-mate for second season
Isack Hadjar has been handed a second season with Red Bull after the French driver was confirmed as Max Verstappen’s team-mate for 2027. Hadjar, 21, is back in his Red Bull cockpit for Saturday’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing the last three rounds with a wrist injury.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 8:13 AMRed Bull confirm 2027 driver line-up after sealing new Max Verstappen deal
Max Verstappen signed a new contract last month and Red Bull have now confirmed his team-mate for the 2027 season
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 8:04 AMRed Bull retain Hadjar for 2027 season
Frenchman Isack Hadjar is to stay at Red Bull as Max Verstappen's team-mate for the 2027 season.
- BBC SportSep 23, 2026, 7:55 AMRed Bull retain Hadjar for 2027 season
Frenchman Isack Hadjar is to stay at Red Bull as Max Verstappen's team-mate for the 2027 season.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 7:54 AMRed Bull Confirms Isack Hadjar For 2027 F1 Season With New Contract
The Red Bull Racing F1 team has announced a new contract extension for Isack Hadjar that will see him race alongside Max Verstappen through the 2027 season. The 2026 season marks the 21-year-old driver’s second full-time season in the premier…
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 7:37 AMRed Bull confirms Isack Hadjar to stay as Verstappen's F1 teammate in 2027
Isack Hadjar is staying with Red Bull as Max Verstappen's teammate for 2027 after the team extended his contract. The confirmation Wednesday comes as Hadjar prepares to return to action at this week's Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing three Formula 1 rounds with a wrist injury. “The period since his injury has been a difficult one for Isack, but this extension is a testament to how much we believe in him and we can’t wait to see him back out on track,” Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies said.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 7:25 AMRed Bull Confirms 2027 Driver Line-Up
Oracle Red Bull Racing has announced an extension to Isack Hadjar's contract, completing its driver line-up for the 2027 Formula One season. Following a standout…
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 7:20 AMRed Bull officially locks in Verstappen’s team-mate for the 2027 season
In a humorous video posted on its social media channels to announce Isack Hadjar's return to the car after three races on the sidelines, Red Bull also took the opportunity to hint at his continued presence alongside Max Verstappen in 2027. Shortly afterwards, the team officially confirmed the line-up, locking it in for next year.
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