Isack Hadjar labels Silverstone Grand Prix a wasted race after car troubles

French Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar finished fifth at the British Grand Prix in Silverstone but described the race as “a wasted race.” He said the car lost aerodynamic downforce, which caused a sudden drop in pace despite starting on new hard tyres. After the team adjusted the front wing, his speed briefly recovered, but the earlier loss left him “very confused.” Hadjar noted that his final position was helped by late‑race issues for Kimi Antonelli and a crash involving teammate Max Verstappen, which elevated him up the standings. He also pointed out a positive aspect: he had out‑qualified Verstappen and briefly matched his teammate’s early‑race tempo, calling the initial laps “very good.”