French-Algerian Isack Hadjar to make FP1 appearance for Red Bull
TLDR
- Isack Hadjar, F2 racer, to drive in FP1 at British Grand Prix for Red Bull, replacing Sergio Perez's RB20.
- Hadjar, a Red Bull junior, is currently second in 2024 F2 standings, demonstrating impressive performance with key wins.
- Hadjar previously participated in two FP1 sessions in 2023, boosting his experience in F1 machinery.
F2 racer Isack Hadjar will drive for Red Bull in FP1 at the British Grand Prix weekend, taking over Sergio Perez's RB20. Under F1’s current regulations, each team must run a rookie – defined as a driver who has started two or fewer Grands Prix – in two FP1 sessions each season.
Hadjar, a Red Bull junior, currently sits second in the 2024 F2 standings, showcasing an impressive campaign for the 19-year-old, with notable feature race victories in Melbourne and Imola.
The French racer's upcoming appearance in the first practice session at Silverstone marks his latest outing in F1 machinery. He previously made two FP1 appearances in 2023 – one for AlphaTauri (now RB) in Mexico and one for Red Bull in Abu Dhabi.
Key Takeaways
French-Algerian prospect Isack Hadjar has been making waves with Campos Racing in this season's Formula 2 championship, securing two victories and currently sitting second overall. The leaderboard is led by Estonian Paul Aron, a former member of Mercedes' junior program and a Formula E contender. During the British Grand Prix weekend, Hadjar will have a busy schedule as he balances his FP1 duties with Red Bull alongside his F2 commitments for Campos Racing. Despite the packed agenda, it's an opportunity he will undoubtedly relish.
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