Hadjar hails ‘first proper podium’ with P3 in Baku

Isack Hadjar made an impressive return to F1 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, securing a podium finish after a six-week absence due to a wrist injury. After missing multiple races, the Red Bull driver qualified fourth and delivered a strong performance to take third place in Baku. Hadjar expressed his delight at the result, noting that this was his first podium earned purely through race pace, unlike his previous top-three finishes. He emphasized the importance of his step-by-step approach during the weekend to regain confidence without risking an incident on the demanding street circuit. The Frenchman confirmed that his wrist held up well throughout the 51-lap race and is now feeling optimistic about the upcoming busy schedule, specifically looking forward to the next race in Sepang.