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Red Bull to Keep Dutch GP Driver Line-up for Monza with Hadjar Still Injured
Red Bull said Lawson will again partner Verstappen after Hadjar was ruled out while recovering from a wrist injury sustained during the summer break.
- On Wednesday, September 2, 2026, Red Bull confirmed Liam Lawson will again deputize for Isack Hadjar at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, as the Frenchman continues recovering from a wrist injury.
- Hadjar, 21, suffered the wrist injury while boxing during the summer break, forcing him to miss the Dutch Grand Prix last month. Red Bull is managing recovery to avoid unnecessary risks.
- Lawson impressed at the Dutch Grand Prix, finishing seventh and scoring points. Team principal Laurent Mekies said, "He's done a good job stepping into the car," praising his quick adaptation.
- Red Bull stated the team is "closely monitoring his rehabilitation and will take no unnecessary risks" with Hadjar's return. The team wishes him speedy recovery as he makes encouraging progress.
- Yuki Tsunoda finished 11th on his return to Racing Bulls at the Italian Grand Prix, placing ahead of teammate Arvid Lindblad after stepping up from his reserve role.
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Isack Hadjar Still Injured, Liam Lawson To Drive For Red Bull Again At Italian GP; Yuki Tsunoda At Racing Bulls
French driver Isack Hadjar, who missed the last Grand Prix in the Netherlands because of an injured wrist, will again be absent from the grid for this weekend's Italian GP at Monza, his Red Bull team announced on Wednesday.
·New Delhi, India
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French driver Isack Hadjar, injured on one wrist, declared package for the Italy Grand Prix scheduled from Friday to Sunday in Monza.
·Montreal, Canada
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Max Verstappen will miss the first free practice session and fellow Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar will miss the entire race weekend. The Frenchman's injury has not fully healed.
·Budapest, Hungary
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Max Verstappen will also have to give up his actual Red Bull teammate Isack Hadjar in the Italian Formula 1 race!
·Vienna, Austria
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