Isack Hadjar is one of the most exciting rookies on the 2026 grid, earning his seat at Red Bull Racing through dominant performances in the junior categories. The Franco-Algerian driver impressed in Formula 2, showing the kind of raw pace and racecraft that Red Bull’s driver programme has become famous for identifying.
Stepping into the seat alongside Max Verstappen is one of the toughest assignments in motorsport. Hadjar will be measured against the four-time champion every weekend, and the expectation is that he will learn quickly while contributing to Red Bull’s development push under the new regulations. His approach is mature for his age, and Red Bull’s faith in promoting him directly to the senior team speaks volumes.
Hadjar brings a distinctive aggression to his wheel-to-wheel racing that fans will enjoy, particularly on street circuits where his junior category form was particularly strong.
French fans following Hadjar can enjoy a strong European calendar with races starting at comfortable afternoon times in CET/CEST. The Monaco Grand Prix in June will carry special significance given Hadjar’s French heritage, while the flyaway races in Asia and the Americas typically start in the evening or late at night for viewers in France.