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Isack Hadjar has been tipped for a promotion to partner Max Verstappen next season at Red Bull.
Racing Bulls team principal Alan Permane emphasized that no decision will be made in the near future regarding Isack Hadjar’s potential promotion. Speculation about a move to Red Bull in 2026 has heightened before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with Hadjar being considered as Yuki Tsunoda’s possible replacement. Despite a rocky start with an Australian GP formation lap crash, Hadjar has shown promise and consistency, currently ranking second in points among Red Bull’s drivers. Both Helmut Marko and Alan Permane stressed that any decision on Hadjar’s future will wait until at least late October. Permane emphasized the importance of providing Hadjar with a competitive car to showcase his skills and maximize his performance on track. The team believes that Hadjar has the potential for a successful future in F1, but the timing of any potential promotion remains uncertain.
