Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has made it clear that the team won't rush Isack Hadjar back into the driver's seat until they're absolutely certain it's safe to do so. The young driver has been working through his injury recovery, and while there's obviously keen interest in getting him back behind the wheel, Red Bull isn't about to take any unnecessary risks with his health.

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Mekies emphasized that the priority is making sure Hadjar's return happens without any chance of re-injury or complications. It's a sensible approach from the Milton Keynes outfit, even if it means keeping the seat occupied a bit longer than originally planned. The team knows that bringing a driver back too soon could cause far more damage than taking a few extra weeks to get it right.

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In other news, Ferrari has announced a significant new partnership heading into 2027. The Scuderia has signed a multi-year global sponsorship deal with Rakuten, the Japanese telecommunications and e-commerce giant. Rakuten will become a Team Partner of Ferrari starting January 1st, 2027, marking a major commitment from the technology company to the iconic Italian squad.

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This sponsorship deal is being described as exceptional, bringing in a genuine global leader in both the tech and commerce sectors. It's the kind of partnership that reflects Ferrari's continued appeal to big-name brands, especially as the team looks to build momentum heading into the new era of regulations. Having a partner like Rakuten on board shows serious financial backing for what Scuderia Ferrari is trying to achieve.

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