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Hadjar continues progress at Red Bull while learning from Verstappen
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ConfirmedIsack Hadjar is making steady gains in his second season at Red Bull. The Frenchman earns praise from team boss Mekies for adapting to the car and learning from teammate Max Verstappen, as noted in a July 11, 2026 Formula1.com report ahead of the Spa weekend.
Hadjar builds on Silverstone showing
Isack Hadjar held position early in the Silverstone race before Verstappen passed on lap four. He noted a performance drop during his first stint.[1]
Red Bull boss Mekies highlighted Hadjar's ongoing development and adaptation to the car.[1]
Learning alongside the four-time champion
Hadjar benefits from direct exposure to Verstappen's approach during sessions and debriefs. The team views this pairing as key to the 21-year-old's continued improvement.[1]
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- [1]How Isack Hadjar continues to make progress at Red Bull while learning from Verstappen (formula1). Accessed 2026-07-14.
Published 14 Jul 2026, 09:43 UTC