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News1828-01-2026, 21:52

Hadjar's Crash Halts Red Bull F1 Testing; Damage Assessment Underway

  • Rookie Isack Hadjar crashed the RB22 at Circuit de Catalunya during F1 pre-season testing, forcing Red Bull Racing to halt further running.
  • The incident occurred in treacherous wet conditions at the final corner, with Hadjar spinning backwards into barriers during a closed-door session.
  • Red Bull CEO Laurent Mekies confirmed Hadjar is okay but acknowledged the significant damage to the car, which could impact their remaining test days.
  • The crash cut short what was described as a largely encouraging start for Hadjar, who had a productive dry running session earlier.
  • Red Bull has only one testing day left in Barcelona, necessitating careful planning to assess damage and maximize remaining track time.

Why It Matters: Isack Hadjar's crash in wet conditions forced Red Bull to pause F1 testing, raising concerns about car damage and future track time.

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