Who Will Join Kimi Antonelli in F1's Winner's Circle?
Kimi Antonelli has just etched his name in F1 history with a win in Shanghai. Now, the spotlight shifts to potential new winners like Isack Hadjar.
In March, Kimi Antonelli became the latest driver to taste victory in Formula 1, triumphing in Shanghai and joining the exclusive club of race winners. As the 116th name on this prestigious list, Antonelli's win prompts the question: who will be next? Let's examine some likely candidates.
Isack Hadjar
Isack Hadjar is certainly one to watch. The French driver has already managed to out-qualify Max Verstappen twice in just three races this season. He even started from third on the grid at the Melbourne opener, a promising sign of his potential. Hadjar appears to have sidestepped the usual pitfalls that have plagued second Red Bull drivers in the past. However, Red Bull's recent drop into the midfield could pose a challenge for his aspirations.
As Formula 1 fans ponder the next new race winner, Hadjar's performance will be closely monitored. With a bit of luck and perhaps a tweak in Red Bull's fortunes, he could be the one to follow in Antonelli's footsteps.