Isack Hadjar discusses Red Bull Racing's podium history in F1
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 5:34 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Isack Hadjar reflects on the recent performance of the Red Bull Racing team in Formula 1, noting that the last podium finish by a driver other than Max Verstappen was Sergio Perez's third place at the Shanghai Grand Prix on April 21, 2024. Perez earlier had a strong start to that season, consistently finishing in top positions, which indicated his value to the team. This context highlights the significant role that second drivers play in a constructor's championship run.
- •Last non-Verstappen Red Bull podium was Sergio Perez on April 21, 2024.
- •Perez secured fourth podium in five races to start that season.
- •Hadjar emphasizes the importance of second drivers in F1 championships.
- •Consistent finishes are critical for Red Bull's competitiveness.
- 5:34 AMMotorsport.com — Who slept best last night: Isack Hadjar
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"The last Red Bull Racing Formula 1 podium delivered by someone not called Max Verstappen dated back to 21 April 2024 - when Sergio Perez finished third in Shanghai. It was the Mexican’s fourth podium in the first five races of that year, which made it look like the Milton Keynes squad had finally got what it needed from its second driver. Checo was consistent, finishing second three times ...Keep reading
"The 21-year-old Frenchman scored his second career F1 podium in Monaco - and the first for his new team. Has Red Bull Racing finally solved its second-driver problem?
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 8, 2026, 5:34 AMWho slept best last night: Isack Hadjar
The last Red Bull Racing Formula 1 podium delivered by someone not called Max Verstappen dated back to 21 April 2024 - when Sergio Perez finished third in Shanghai. It was the Mexican’s fourth podium in the first five races of that year, which made it look like the Milton Keynes squad had finally got what it needed from its second driver. Checo was consistent, finishing second three times ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 5:34 AMWho slept best last night: Isack Hadjar
The 21-year-old Frenchman scored his second career F1 podium in Monaco - and the first for his new team. Has Red Bull Racing finally solved its second-driver problem?
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