Hadjar frustrated by technical failures at Singapore Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 5:55 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Isack Hadjar experienced significant issues during the Singapore Grand Prix weekend, culminating in a failure that kept him from qualifying. After retiring early in the Sprint Race due to a mechanical problem, Hadjar faced another setback with a gearbox failure, preventing him from completing a single lap in qualifying. His struggles led to visible frustration over his lack of driving time and criticisms of the FIA's decisions during the event. Hadjar expressed his discontent, suggesting he might have been better off remaining in Paris instead of enduring a challenging weekend at Marina Bay.
- •Hadjar retired early in the Sprint Race due to mechanical problems.
- •A gearbox failure prevented Hadjar from qualifying at Singapore.
- •He expressed disappointment over missed driving opportunities.
- •Hadjar criticized the FIA's handling of the weighbridge situation.
- •Technical issues reflect a broader trend of mechanical failures this season.
- 5:55 AMYahoo Sports — Hadjar hits boiling point after more Singapore trouble: 'I could have stayed in Paris'
"Isack Hadjar joked that he would have been better off staying in Paris rather than travelling to Singapore, following a weekend plagued by technical issues that ultimately prevented him from even taking part in qualifying. Hadjar has endured a nightmare weekend at the Singapore Grand Prix, with repeated technical problems severely limiting his running at Marina Bay.
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