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At a time when many F1 drivers are being cautious with their 2026 expectations, Isack Hadjar can barely hide his grin about how good the Red Bull is
New Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar is impressed by the performance of the team’s first in-house engine and believes he can win his first grand prix with the RB22.
During testing in Barcelona, the Red Bull-Ford Powertrains engine ran reliably, with Hadjar completing 107 laps on day one alone.
At the first Bahrain test, Red Bull caught the eye of rivals, with Mercedes CEO Toto Wolff suggesting the RB22 is faster on the straights and Williams driver Alex Albon praising its energy deployment and driveability.
Hadjar expressed his excitement about the engine’s performance, stating it exceeded his expectations and dispelled any doubts he had.
He confidently stated that winning a race is on his radar and he hopes to see the team progress faster than others in the 2026 season.
Hadjar’s enthusiastic demeanor and positive feedback during media appearances indicate his belief in Red Bull’s potential for success.
