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Laurent Mekies: Brazil was Isack Hadjar’s 'best race' for Red Bull
Red Bull team principal calls Isack Hadjar’s Brazil podium drive his 'best race' with the team.
In brief
Red Bull team principal calls Isack Hadjar’s Brazil podium drive his 'best race' with the team. Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies says Isack Hadjar’s third podium of 2026 was his most impressive drive yet, securing his 2027 seat. Originally reported by Motorsport.
Red Bull team principal praises Hadjar’s podium drive
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies calls Isack Hadjar’s Brazil podium drive his 'best race' with the team.
“I think ultimately if you ask me right now, i think it’s the best race he has done with us”
Hadjar secures third place at Interlagos
Hadjar finished third at Interlagos after starting fifth, cementing his third podium appearance of the 2026 season.
Hadjar’s racecraft in treacherous conditions
Mekies highlighted Hadjar’s raw pace and racecraft in rapidly changing, treacherous conditions.
Team order swap discussed during race
On lap 38, Hadjar was instructed to let Verstappen pass him after Verstappen charged through the field.
Weather conditions prevent swap-back
As rain intensified, the cars became very distant, making a swap-back impossible.
Mekies confirms Hadjar’s 2027 seat
Mekies stated Hadjar’s steady improvement justifies Red Bull’s decision to confirm him for the 2027 season.
“He has done a lot of very strong racing this year as you know but i think he has raised the bar another time”
The bottom line
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies says Isack Hadjar’s third podium of 2026 was his most impressive drive yet, securing his 2027 seat.
