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Isack Hadjar will race full-time for Red Bull in 2026 but will have an early experience with the team later this week.
Isack Hadjar is scheduled to participate in the post-season test with Red Bull this upcoming weekend, making his debut with the team after being promoted. The French driver had a successful rookie season this year, entering the F1 grid after several years in the Red Bull junior program. His season reached a high point at the Dutch Grand Prix, where he achieved his first podium alongside future teammate Max Verstappen. Yuki Tsunoda’s difficulties at Red Bull hinted at a potential change, with Hadjar being the likely candidate to replace him. Red Bull announced before the Abu Dhabi season finale that Hadjar would be driving for the team in the upcoming year. RacingNews365 reveals that Hadjar’s first appearance with Red Bull following his promotion will occur during the post-season tyre test in Abu Dhabi, driving a mule car for tyre data collection. The 21-year-old previously completed three free practice sessions for Red Bull during the 2023 and 2024 seasons. As part of the young drivers’ test, Ayumu Iwasa will take the wheel of the second Red Bull car.
