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Isack Hadjar reveals the worries he had ahead of his Red Bull F1 promotion.
Isack Hadjar admitted he had initial worries about joining the Red Bull Formula 1 team alongside Max Verstappen. The young Frenchman had a successful rookie season in F1 at Racing Bulls, finishing 12th in the championship with 51 points and securing his first podium at the Dutch Grand Prix. Taking on the challenge of being Verstappen’s teammate, known as one of the toughest roles in F1, Hadjar has so far performed well. Despite a promising start, he still feels surreal about driving for the senior team and recognizes the pressure to deliver results. Hadjar’s mindset is focused on meeting his own high standards rather than external expectations, allowing him to handle the pressure effectively and strive for personal satisfaction.
