Hadjar discusses Red Bull's challenges against Ferrari at Hungarian GP

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Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Hadjar discusses Red Bull's challenges against Ferrari at Hungarian GP
Summary

Isack Hadjar evaluated Red Bull Racing's prospects at the Hungarian Grand Prix following the initial practice sessions on July 24, 2026. He acknowledged the team's struggles, particularly against a seemingly stronger Ferrari, highlighting a drop in performance from fourth to sixth. Hadjar indicated that wind conditions complicated the car's balance. Red Bull's Technical Director Pierre Wache expressed concern over their performance, noting that both drivers were dissatisfied with the car's grip. Moving forward, Hadjar emphasized the need for significant improvements in one-lap pace. The team aims to regroup and strategize ahead of the qualifying rounds.

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  • Hadjar set the fourth fastest time in FP1 but dropped to P6 in FP2.
  • Ferrari showed stronger performance, increasing Red Bull's gap.
  • Challenging track conditions affected car balance, according to Hadjar.
  • Technical Director Pierre Wache acknowledged the need for significant adjustments.
  • Red Bull aims to enhance their strategy by addressing one-lap performance issues.
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Isack Hadjar has given his verdict on Red Bull’s performance on the first day of running at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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