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Laurent Mekies praises Isack Hadjar after an impressive debut at the Australian Grand Prix. The 21-year-old Frenchman qualifies third and nearly seizes the race lead with a blistering start. Despite a power unit failure cutting his race short, Hadjar’s performance excites Red Bull, who seek a worthy partner for Max Verstappen. “He did a fantastic weekend,” Mekies states, highlighting Hadjar’s rapid pace from the first practice session. The rookie faces challenges from mechanical issues during pre-season testing but shows remarkable speed in Melbourne. Unfortunately, an early battery charge miscalculation derails his race. Mekies admits the team’s error in handling the formation lap left Hadjar unable to compete effectively. Red Bull may have found a promising talent in Hadjar, whose debut marks a significant step forward for the team.

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