Red Bull confirms Hadjar for 2027, earning fan approval

Red Bull has confirmed Isack Hadjar will remain alongside Max Verstappen for 2027, a move that has drawn approval from fans. The team announced the extension on 23 September, ahead of Hadjar's return at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing three races with a wrist injury. He sits eighth with 71 points; Verstappen is sixth with 145.

Why it matters:

Red Bull has struggled to find a consistent second driver since Sergio Perez. Hadjar's extension signals confidence in his scoring ability, a rare trait in that seat. With the constructors' battle tight, a reliable number two is crucial.

The details:

• Extension announced on 23 September, before Hadjar's Baku comeback.
• Hadjar finished 12th in his 2025 rookie season with Racing Bulls before moving up in 2026.
• Fan reaction on Reddit: "Wasn't expecting this early, but well deserved, Hadjar! He's been the only driver in that second seat to consistently score points since Perez."
• Another: "Hadjar getting podiums on both the sister team and the main team in 2 years proves he deserves to stay at a top team like RBR."

What's next:

Hadjar returns at a demanding street circuit, and while some wonder if Baku is ideal for a comeback, the medical staff has cleared him. The bigger question is whether Racing Bulls will keep Liam Lawson, who impressed while stepping in. If so, Red Bull's lineup looks stable for the first time in years.