“I almost fell asleep at the wheel”

Cezar Titor article – published on Sunday, May 25, 2025, 19:59 / Updated Sunday, May 25, 2025 20:09
Isack Hadjar, 20 years old, the pilot of Racing Bulls, was the pleasant surprise of Formula 1 weekend from Monaco. The sixth finish line passed at Monte Carlo, then talked about how demanding the race was, stressing that, due to the length and monotony of the route, it had to remain very focused so as not to lose attention.
Moreover, he confesses that he has been forced to accelerate just to keep awake. Regarding the strategy, he appreciated the team's result, mentioning a close fight with his teammate Liam, who also obtained important points for the team, finishing in 8th place.

Isack Hadjar, after the Monaco race: “To wake up, I press the accelerator pedal”
“This race is so long that you have to maintain your concentration. Sometimes I had to accelerate harder, because I had the feeling that I fall asleep. To wake up, I press the accelerator pedal, to increase the pace a little.
In terms of strategy, today's race was perfect for usI fought with my teammate Liam, I had some doubts if we succeed, but it is important that both cars finished in the points area, which is very good for the team, “said the French at the end of the race.

How did the pilots pass the finish line in the Principality:

How did the pilots pass the finish line in MP of Formula 1 of Monaco // Photo: Formula 1
Pilot ranking, after the Monte Carlo race:
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Oscar Piastri – 161 points
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Lando Norris – 158
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Max Verstappen – 136
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George Russell – 99
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Charles Leclerc – 79
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Lewis Hamilton – 63
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Kimi Antonelli – 48
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Alex Albon – 42
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Esteban Ocon – 20
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Isack Hadjar – 15
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Lance Stroll – 14
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Carlos Sainz – 12
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Pierre Gasly – 7
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Nico Hulkenberg – 6
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Oliver Bearman – 6
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Liam Lawson – 4
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Fernando Alonso – 0
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Jack Doohan – 0
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Franco Colapinto – 0
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Gabriel Bortleto – 0
The hierarchy of builders:
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McLaren – 319
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Mercedes – 147
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Red Bull – 143
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Ferrari – 142
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Williams – 54
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Haas – 26
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Racing Bulls – 22
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Aston Martin – 14
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Alpine – 7
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Kick Sauber – 6




