How Red Bull helped Hadjar 'keep the car alive' to claim P3

Isack Hadjar experienced a rollercoaster Monaco Grand Prix, recovering from a heavy FP1 crash to secure his first Red Bull podium. After rebuilding his confidence throughout the weekend and qualifying fifth, he capitalized on the retirements of Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc to move into contention. Despite facing significant power unit issues that hindered his engine power and energy management, Hadjar delivered a resilient performance while managing technical adjustments under immense pressure from George Russell. Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies praised the driver's ability to stay focused despite his emotional radio exchanges. Following a post-race investigation regarding work performed on his car during the red flag period, the FIA confirmed that no rules were broken, allowing Hadjar to keep his third-place finish and celebrate his best result of the 2026 season.