Why Isack Hadjar doesn’t like F1 sprints anymore
Isack Hadjar has changed his mind about sprint weekends in Formula 1, after his Singapore Grand Prix turned into an ordeal. The Red Bull racer’s weekend at the Marina Bay Street Circuit started poorly as he complained that his Red Bull bottomed too much – especially in braking zones – in Free Practice 1, where he was seven tenths slower than team-mate Max Verstappen. Sprint qualifying ... Keep…
Max Verstappen, four-time Formula 1 champion, has expressed his belief that Isack Hadjar will eventually take over the driver role at Red Bull Racing. Verstappen made the statement during an interview with Canal+, discussing his 22-year-old teammate. Hadjar, who joined Red Bull alongside Verstappen at the beginning of the 2026 season, has already made an impression with his rookie performance.
Despite missing three race weekends due to a wrist injury, Hadjar has consistently shown promise. Verstappen acknowledged that he is gradually becoming older in comparison to his younger teammate, but emphasized that it is a normal progression within the team. He highlighted that Red Bull has always sought to bring in new talent to replace him eventually.
Verstappen expressed his hope that Hadjar will continue to be a part of the team for a longer period.
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