It's Not a Reality Show': Isack Hadjar Defends Shoving Fan in Mexico Paddock

Isack Hadjar says the F1 paddock is “not a reality show” after receiving a formal warning for pushing a fan during the Mexico GP weekend. A video posted on social media between FP1 and FP2 showed the Red Bull driver pushing away a guest who approached him to take a selfie. On Saturday morning, the stewards heard his explanation: he said he was running late for FP1 and had stopped briefly for a photo with a young fan when another paddock guest approached in “an aggressive manner.” The stewards determined the push breached rules, though they cited mitigating factors, including the fan’s lack of consent and insufficient security presence. Hadjar qualified seventh after struggling with balance and said the car is fast despite a difficult lap.