Hadjar Backs FIA Warning Decision After Mexico GP Paddock Incident

Isack Hadjar has backed the FIA stewards' decision to hand him a formal warning after a fan altercation at the Mexico City Grand Prix, saying they made the "right decision" and "understood my point". Footage emerged on social media of the Red Bull driver appearing to push a paddock guest who had approached him wanting a selfie ahead of first practice on Friday. The stewards investigated and ruled that a formal warning for misconduct was sufficient, accepting Hadjar's explanation that he was running late for practice, had stopped to have a photograph with a young fan, and was then aggressively approached by a paddock guest. Speaking after qualifying seventh for Sunday's race, Hadjar defended his actions, saying that when he does not want a photograph because he is on his way to work, people should not invade his space, adding: "It's not a reality show. I'm actually going to work in the garage." The incident added another talking point to a dramatic Mexico weekend, with Max Verstappen likening the modern paddock to a "zoo" and Hadjar's team-mate situation already in focus. Hadjar will start Sunday's grand prix from seventh on the grid.