Isack Hadjar Bounces Back with First F1® Points Finish at Suzuka

Isack Hadjar Bounces Back with First F1® Points Finish at Suzuka

After a rough start to his F1® career — including crashing out on the practice lap at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne — Isack Hadjar has bounced back with determination and maturity beyond his years.

Setbacks happen in life—and in Formula 1®, they’re amplified. But what truly defines a driver is how they respond. Hadjar, the 20-year-old Paris-born, shows he has what it takes to fight back.

From DNF to Points on the Board

Since being officially announced as a Racing Bulls driver at the start of the 2025 season, Hadjar has competed in three Formula 1® Grands Prix. While a DNF marked his debut, his performance in the third race — the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka — was a turning point.

After a challenging qualifying session, the Red Bull Junior Academy graduate executed a brilliant race strategy to finish P8, earning his first-ever F1® points. It was a clean, mature drive — exactly what the team would have hoped for from a rookie in his third Grand Prix.

Speaking after the race, Hadjar was visibly thrilled, saying:

“It was the perfect race for me. I gave everything I could and left nothing on the table. I'm so happy to score my first points for the team.”

Hadjar has now become the 19th driver to come through the Red Bull Junior Programme, and his performance in Japan has undoubtedly put him on the radar as a driver to watch.

With the season heading into a high-pressure triple-header — Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Miami — Hadjar says he’s feeling confident and motivated to build on his success.

“The car feels good across the upcoming circuits, and I’m focused on keeping the momentum going.”

This solid result in Japan might be the spark propelling Isack Hadjar’s F1® journey forward. As one of the youngest drivers on the grid, there’s still a long way to go — but the signs are promising.

At Senate Grand Prix, we’ll keep you updated as the next three race weekends unfold.