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Verstappen credits Hadjar for crucial tow in Belgian GP qualifying

Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 4:21 PM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Verstappen credits Hadjar for crucial tow in Belgian GP qualifying

Summary

Max Verstappen, driving for Red Bull, qualified for the front row of the Belgian Grand Prix with significant assistance from teammate Isack Hadjar, who provided a "tow and a half" during qualifying. Hadjar will start at the back of the grid after taking various new power unit components. The Belgian GP is set for tomorrow.

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Key Details

•Verstappen starts on the front row for the Belgian GP.
•Hadjar helped Verstappen with a significant qualifying tow.
•Hadjar will start at the back due to power unit changes.
•The Belgian Grand Prix is scheduled for tomorrow.

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4:21 PMAutosport — Verstappen: I wouldn't be on Belgian GP front row without Hadjar tow

What they're saying

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Max Verstappen praised Red Bull team-mate Isack Hadjar for delivering him "a tow and a half" in Formula 1 qualifying at the Belgian Grand Prix, which he credited with helping him towards his front-row start for tomorrow's race. With Hadjar consigned to starting at the back of the grid on Sunday, having taken a series of new power unit components (primarily engine, turbo, and exhaust) outside of ...Keep reading
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