F1 Rookie Isack Hadjar Consoled by Anthony Hamilton After Formation Lap Crash
The 20-year-old Racing Bulls driver’s Australian Grand Prix debut ended before the race began due to a crash in wet conditions.
- Isack Hadjar, a rookie Formula One driver for Racing Bulls, crashed during the formation lap of the Australian Grand Prix, ending his debut race prematurely.
- The crash occurred in wet conditions at Turn 2, with Hadjar losing control and hitting the wall, causing irreparable damage to his car's rear wing.
- Anthony Hamilton, father of seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, consoled the visibly distraught Hadjar in the paddock, offering words of encouragement and support.
- Hadjar expressed embarrassment and apologized to his team, while noting the challenging conditions and his difficulty regaining control of the car after losing grip.
- The race, marked by unpredictable weather and multiple retirements, ended with McLaren's Lando Norris taking victory, followed by Max Verstappen and George Russell.