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Isack Hadjar has revealed he had “serious doubts” about securing a Racing Bulls drive for the 2025 F1 campaign.
The 2024 Formula 2 vice-champion, Isack Hadjar, had to wait until the post-season to find out his fate as Red Bull contemplated their F1 lineup. Despite competition from Franco Colapinto, Hadjar secured the seat at Racing Bulls when Sergio Perez was replaced by Liam Lawson. Hadjar admitted he doubted his F1 chance at times but is now focused on the opportunity ahead. He expressed a mix of nerves and excitement about his rookie season, aiming to impress in his debut at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. Acknowledging his lack of F1 experience, Hadjar is determined to learn and be as prepared as possible for the challenges that lie ahead on the grid with other rookies like Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Jack Doohan.
