Formula 1 Rising Star Issack Hadjar Warned: “Get Out of Red Bull Now!”
In a shocking turn of events, young F1 driver Issack Hadjar has been urged to leave Red Bull Racing by former F1 driver Christijan Albers if he wants to secure a long and successful career in Formula 1. Albers issued a stern warning to Hadjar, emphasizing that he will face a tough challenge alongside the formidable Max Verstappen if he remains with the team.
Despite a rocky start to his F1 journey, including a dramatic crash at the Australian Grand Prix, Hadjar has shown impressive performance on the track. The 20-year-old driver has consistently impressed with top-ten qualifying results and has amassed an impressive 21 points so far in the season.
Speculations have been rife that Hadjar could be the next driver to join Red Bull Racing, potentially replacing Yuki Tsunoda. However, Albers cautioned against this move, citing the daunting task of competing with Verstappen as a significant hurdle for any driver.
Albers drew attention to past Red Bull drivers who struggled to match Verstappen’s pace, such as Pierre Gasly and Alex Albon. He highlighted Gasly’s subsequent success after leaving the team as a testament to the challenges within the Red Bull racing environment.
The intense competition within Red Bull Racing has raised concerns about the viability of Hadjar’s future within the team. Albers advised Hadjar’s management to steer clear of Red Bull Racing and explore opportunities outside the team to ensure a prosperous career in F1.
As the F1 community speculates about the potential lineup changes at Red Bull Racing, team principal Christian Horner remained tight-lipped about the prospect of Hadjar replacing Tsunoda. With the season still unfolding, the future remains uncertain for Hadjar and his ambitions within the Red Bull Racing family.
Amidst these uncertainties, one thing is clear – Issack Hadjar stands at a crossroads in his F1 career, facing a critical decision that could shape his trajectory in the fiercely competitive world of Formula 1.