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Red Bull’s Thrilling Race to Secure Verstappen’s 2026 F1 Team-Mate: Who Will Prevail?

James Taylor by James Taylor
September 17, 2025
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Red Bull’s Thrilling Race to Secure Verstappen’s 2026 F1 Team-Mate: Who Will Prevail?

MONZA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 07: Race winner Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing celebrates with Champagne on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 07, 2025 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Steven Tee/LAT Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202509070975 // Usage for editorial use only //

Title: Red Bull’s 2026 F1 Line-Up: The Countdown to the Ultimate Team-Mate Showdown!

As the engines roar into the future, all eyes are fixed on Red Bull as they gear up for the 2026 Formula 1 season. The reigning champions are locked in a gripping battle to finalize their driver line-up, particularly the much-anticipated seat alongside superstar Max Verstappen. With the tension rising, the question on everyone’s lips is: who will be the chosen one?

Currently, six coveted seats remain unallocated across the grid, and the whispers within the paddock hint that Red Bull’s decision will be monumental. While Mercedes is expected to stick with their dynamic duo of George Russell and Kimi Antonelli, Red Bull is faced with its own high-stakes drama.

Max Verstappen has already committed to the Milton Keynes-based powerhouse for 2026, silencing speculation about a potential departure. However, the identity of his future team-mate continues to hang in the balance, with four contenders scrambling for just three available spots within the Red Bull family.

Yuki Tsunoda, who was handed the keys to the Red Bull earlier this season, finds himself in a precarious position. Despite the initial excitement of his promotion, Tsunoda has struggled to find his footing in the RB21 and has frequently missed out on scoring points. The clock is ticking, and with each race, the pressure mounts on the young driver, as he risks being ousted from his seat.

In stark contrast, rookie sensation Isack Hadjar is making waves and has quickly become the talk of the F1 community. Following his remarkable podium finish at Zandvoort, Hadjar’s stock has skyrocketed, placing him squarely in the sights of Red Bull management. Team advisor Helmut Marko, a key figure in the team’s prestigious driver programme, has expressed strong admiration for the 20-year-old Frenchman. With Hadjar’s meteoric rise, he stands as the frontrunner to partner Verstappen in what could become one of the most formidable duos in F1 history.

The race for the second seat at Red Bull is heating up, and fans are on the edge of their seats as the clock ticks down to the decision. Will Tsunoda hold onto his position, or will Hadjar’s impressive performances seal the deal? As the 2026 season approaches, the anticipation builds, and the stakes have never been higher for Red Bull Racing. Buckle up, because this thrilling narrative is just beginning!

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