P1 with Matt and Tommy Our Reaction to Isack Hadjar JOINING Red Bull for 2026
Dec 2, 2025
Red Bull's latest driver line-up has everyone buzzing! Isack Hadjar is set to team up with Max Verstappen. The hosts debate Hadjar's chances of success in the new regulations and whether Red Bull is moving too quickly in promoting drivers. They also ponder Yuki Tsunoda's uncertain future and analyze Arvid Lindblad's readiness for F1. Plus, how will Red Bull manage feedback priorities with two competitive drivers? Dive into these hot topics and more, as the season finale approaches!
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Hadjar To Red Bull Confirmed
- Red Bull confirmed Isack Hadjar will partner Max Verstappen for 2026, with Arvid Lindblad joining Racing Bulls and Yuki Tsunoda left without a seat.
- Matt Gallagher and Tom Bellingham see this as expected and broadly positive for Red Bull's talent pipeline.
New Regs Could Boost Hadjar
- The hosts think the 2026 regulation change levels the playing field and suits young talents like Hadjar.
- They expect Hadjar to perform better than recent Red Bull number-twos as teams build fresh cars from the ground up.
Change Allows Teammates To Compete
- Matt argues that past regulation shifts showed teammates can start competitively before a champion stamps their style on development.
- He predicts Hadjar may fare much better than recent second drivers once Red Bull begins fresh development.