Mekies sets expectations for Hadjar’s second Red Bull season

Isack Hadjar has officially extended his contract with Red Bull, confirming he will remain Max Verstappen’s teammate through the 2027 season. Team boss Laurent Mekies praised the Frenchman for his rapid integration into the team, his technical maturity, and consistent development since joining the senior squad in 2026. Mekies noted that the decision to extend the contract was straightforward due to Hadjar's impressive pace and ability to learn quickly. Looking ahead, the team expects Hadjar to maintain his current trajectory of growth. Mekies emphasized that if Hadjar continues to improve his speed and feedback, he will naturally close the performance gap to Verstappen.