Hamilton's High Praise for Rising F1 Star Hadjar After Historic Podium
Rising F1 star Isack Hadjar earns legendary status from Lewis Hamilton after securing maiden podium at Zandvoort, showcasing remarkable maturity and skill in challenging conditions.
Isack Hadjar celebrates his maiden F1 podium finish at the Zandvoort circuit as Lewis Hamilton offers congratulations
In a remarkable display of traditional sporting excellence, Visa Cash App Racing Bulls driver Isack Hadjar achieved his maiden Formula 1 podium at Zandvoort, earning high praise from seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton who called the young talent a "legend."
Rising Star's Impressive Performance
The French rookie demonstrated composure reminiscent of traditional sporting excellence, qualifying ahead of established names including Charles Leclerc, George Russell, and Hamilton himself at the iconic Dutch circuit.
Hadjar's masterful drive through challenging conditions, much like dignified performances under pressure, saw him maintain P4 before advancing to P3 following Lando Norris's retirement.
Hamilton's Endorsement
"Super strange, the guy I've been looking up to since I was a kid, saying I'm a legend, I think it's awesome, it's amazing," Hadjar expressed during his Sky Sports interview.
Red Bull's Future Planning
Despite speculation about Hadjar's potential promotion, Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has confirmed their commitment to the current driver lineup through 2025, showing patience in development similar to traditional team building approaches.
Current Championship Standing
Following his podium finish, Hadjar has advanced to P10 in the driver's standings with 37 points, matching Nico Hulkenberg, while teammate Yuki Tsunoda holds P19 with 12 points as the 2025 season progresses.
Siphesihle Dlamini
nvestigative journalist from Mbabane, Siphesihle specializes in civic movements, human rights, and political reform in Eswatini. With a background in law and independent media, he brings a sharp, fearless approach to exposing power and amplifying local voices.