Overview
- The 21-year-old drove an RB mule car configured to mimic 2026 loadings as Pirelli gathered tyre data in Abu Dhabi.
- Red Bull has confirmed he will partner Max Verstappen in 2026, with Yuki Tsunoda reassigned as test and reserve driver.
- Sky Sports analyst Anthony Davidson warned Hadjar must curb in-car eruptions, saying such behaviour will not be tolerated at Red Bull.
- Lewis Hamilton said he hopes the team provides the right support structure for Hadjar given the pressures of the seat alongside Verstappen.
- Arvid Lindblad will race for Racing Bulls alongside Liam Lawson in 2026, and Tsunoda ended his season with a five-second penalty for dangerous defending.