Isack Hadjar is making a strong impression in his rookie Formula 1 season with 39 points in the championship standings.
He is currently in 9th place before the United States Grand Prix on October 19.
## What's behind Hadjar's success?
Hadjar's relaxed approach to the final six races of the 2025 season is notable, given his position.
He has shown a lot this year and now focuses on maximizing his performance.
## How does Hadjar feel about road cars?
Hadjar finds road cars "feel weird" compared to racing vehicles.
He recently drove classic performance Fords, including a 1965 Ford Mustang and a 2010 Ford Focus RS500.
His favorite was the silver GT40 MKIII, a relic of Ford's former dominance at Le Mans.
## What's next for Hadjar?
Hadjar is confident ahead of the United States Grand Prix, despite not having prior racing experience at the Circuit of the Americas.
He has done many simulations and feels like he knows the track.
And with his current standing, he is on track to finish the season strongly.
But he still has to compete with other rookies, including 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes.
So the final six races will be crucial in determining his overall position.
Hadjar's entry into Formula One comes after a second-place finish in the sport's second-tier division, Formula 2.
He is one of six rookies entering the grid this year, along with other young drivers like Oliver Bearman and Gabriel Bortoleto.
As the season progresses, Hadjar's performance will be closely watched by fans and critics alike.