Hadjar declares points run in Spain ‘a lot of fun’ as Racing Bulls team mate Lawson reflects on factor that ‘screwed’ him

Isack Hadjar continued his impressive run of form with a strong seventh-place finish in the Spanish Grand Prix, marking his third consecutive points score. The rookie driver expressed immense satisfaction, calling the race "a lot of fun" as he engaged in thrilling battles on track, particularly with Fernando Alonso and Pierre Gasly on Lap 1. Hadjar highlighted the team's strong pace on medium tires as a key factor in their success, allowing them to execute their strategy effectively. This consistent performance, including a ninth, sixth, and seventh place in the first three European races, represents a significant turnaround from his season-opening formation lap crash in Australia, propelling Racing Bulls above Haas in the championship standings. In contrast, his teammate Liam Lawson experienced a more challenging outing, narrowly missing out on points in P11. Despite an aggressive drive and notable overtakes, including a late-braking move on Alex Albon, Lawson’s race was severely hampered by unfortunate timing with the Safety Car. Sticking with his worn soft tires while rivals pitted for fresh rubber left him vulnerable in the closing stages, ultimately costing him a top-10 finish. Lawson voiced his frustration, emphasizing how close he was to securing points after a strong race effort, only to be undone by a split-second decision regarding the Safety Car line.