Massa Calls Hadjar’s 2026 Red Bull Promotion the ‘Right Year’ After Barcelona Shakedown

Overview

• Isack Hadjar is confirmed to join Red Bull Racing in 2026, replacing Liam Lawson after a standout rookie season with Racing Bulls.
• During a private shakedown at a wet Barcelona, Hadjar made light contact with the wall but described the running as "pretty productive" with more laps than expected.
• Hadjar noted it was the team’s first day with its own engine and reported only minor issues during the early mileage.
• Felipe Massa praised Hadjar’s 2025 form and said the priority should be learning under heavy pressure as Verstappen’s teammate.
• Massa suggested the 2026 clean-sheet regulations and leadership shift with Laurent Mekies at the helm could ease the long‑standing challenges of Red Bull’s second seat.