Isack Hadjar receives grid penalty for Belgian Grand Prix
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 12:09 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Isack Hadjar will start at the back of the grid for the Belgian Grand Prix after Red Bull installed new power unit elements. Hadjar has exceeded limits for several components, resulting in a cumulative 30-place penalty. The race will take place at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, where opportunities for overtaking could allow him to reclaim positions. He currently sits eighth in the championship standings with 52 points. Other drivers Lando Norris and Lance Stroll will also serve grid penalties at the event.
- •Hadjar drops to the back of the grid for the Belgian GP.
- •He incurred a 30-place penalty after exceeding limits on engine components.
- •The race is set for the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps.
- •Hadjar is currently eighth in the championship with 52 points.
- •Norris and Stroll also face grid penalties at this event.
"Isack Hadjar will drop to the rear of the grid for the upcoming Belgian Grand Prix after Red Bull elected to take on a host of new power unit elements.
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