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Hadjar returns to F1 podium with third place in Baku

Isack Hadjar finished third at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on his return from a wrist injury, helping Red Bull secure a double podium. He said afterward that he was happy because his abilities were still there.

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September 26, 2026
Hadjar returns to F1 podium with third place in Baku

Isack Hadjar took third place at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku on his return to the cockpit after a wrist injury. The result came after he had also signed a Red Bull contract for 2027.

Hadjar moved into the final podium position after Oscar Piastri locked up late in the race. The finish gave Red Bull a double podium on the day.

F1 TV pundit Alex Brundle described Hadjar’s drive as an exceptional comeback and said the result delivered important team-mate points. Hadjar said after the race that he was very happy and felt his abilities were still there.

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