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November 14, 2025
Racing Bulls driver Isack Hadjar is set for senior Red Bull promotion for 2026 F1 as he continues to impress as one of the standout talents on his Formula 1 rookie season.
The young French-Algerian driver’s trajectory this year has been nothing short of remarkable, showcasing impressive consistency, skill, and maturity that has positioned him as a rising star within the Red Bull racing ecosystem.
After being promoted to the junior team Racing Bulls for 2025 F1, Hadjar quickly adapted to the demands of Formula 1, making significant strides compared to many of his peers.
He has secured 38 championship points after 16 races this season, with his best finish so far being an impressive third place at the Dutch Grand Prix, marking his first-ever F1 podium.
Hadjar has consistently finished in the top ten seven times, reflecting his capacity to maintain strong race pace and capitalize on opportunities when they arise, all while demonstrating admirable composure on track.
These results have brought him to ninth position in the current F1 drivers’ standings, underscoring his significant progress and potential for future success.
While the 20-year old driver has not yet secured a race win or pole position, his single podium, multiple points finishes, and valuable race experience have caught the attention of Red Bull’s leadership.
Tsunoda’s future uncertain as Lindblad is slated for Hadjar’s Racing Bulls seat
In stark contrast to Hadjar’s rise, Yuki Tsunoda has faced a challenging season with Red Bull’s senior team.
After replacing Liam Lawson mid-season following underwhelming performances, Tsunoda has struggled to deliver the results expected from a Red Bull driver.
Tsunoda’s pace inconsistency, qualifying difficulties, and race finishes well outside the points amid several attempts to find answers through data analysis has left the Milton Keynes based outfit baffled over his lackluster form.
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On multiple occasions, Tsunoda has failed to match even his predecessor’s comparatively lackluster results and has often been overshadowed by his teammate Max Verstappen, who continues to dominate the championship.
His predicament culminated in one notably poor race in Austria where he finished last, was lapped twice, and incurred a time penalty for on-track incidents.
This has fueled speculation over Yuki Tsunoda’s future with the team, with German outlet Auto Motor und Sport claiming that Isack Hadjar is strongly tipped for Red Bull promotion for 2026 F1.
Such a promotion would mark a significant step for Hadjar, as he would move from Racing Bulls to become Max Verstappen’s teammate, a role known for its immense pressure and high expectations but also tremendous opportunity.
The second seat with Red Bull’s premier team has proven difficult for past drivers to maintain, with many struggling to extract peak performance from the car.
To fill the vacancy left by Hadjar’s anticipated promotion, the energy drinks manufacturer is reportedly set to elevate Arvid Lindblad to a Racing Bulls seat in 2026.
The young Red Bull academy driver currently competing in Formula 2, has shown promise with wins and podium finishes, though some experts question if he is fully ready for the leap to Formula 1.
Lindblad, who sits seventh in the F2 standings, has already been handed the keys to the team’s current VCARB 02 challenger having taken part in FP1 at the British Grand Prix.
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