Crimson Bull’s Isaac Hajjar says it’s an “spectacular” trait of Max Verstappen, who will companion the four-time F1 champion in 2026, that he will get “very offended when issues do not go his manner”.
Following the disappointing efficiency of Yuki Tsunoda at Crimson Bull, Milton Keynes-based Crimson Bull have partially revamped their lineup for 2026, bringing in Isaac Hajjar.
He shall be partnered by Max Verstappen, who enters the brand new season having fought again strongly to overlook out on his fifth world title by two factors to Lando Norris in a much more aggressive McLaren than Crimson Bull.
2026 will see the largest technological change in years, however Verstappen will nonetheless be thought of one of many favorites to struggle for the championship.
Hajjar factors out that world champions are inclined to “decelerate a bit of bit” as soon as they attain a sure degree, however Verstappen “appears to be beginning the identical manner as me.”
“What was very spectacular about Max is that even after 4 world championships he nonetheless has a hungry spirit and will get very offended when issues do not go his manner, as a result of he all the time needs to win,” Hajjar informed F1’s official web site.
“I do not assume all champions can do this. When you get previous a sure degree, you may be capable to decelerate your method a bit of bit, however he appears to be beginning the identical manner as me, which could be very spectacular.”
Hajjar’s promotion to Crimson Bull in 2026 comes after a powerful efficiency, together with a podium end in his debut race with Racing Bulls in 2025.
Waiting for his second yr, he stated:
“Once I grew up watching Formulation 1, as a part of a world championship crew, I watched (Sebastian) Vettel win each race with Crimson Bull.
“And being teammates with Max, I bought to see what it is like and what it is wish to play in opposition to one of the best on this planet.
“It is positively tremendous thrilling.
“Everybody, I’ve no expectations in any respect since I am ranging from scratch.
“Sure, the work is on monitor to be accomplished. I am actually wanting ahead to working with the crew and attending to know all of the individuals in January and February.”
“It is going to be vital to attempt to keep a bit of bit forward of the curve.”
