Hadjar to miss Spanish Grand Prix as wrist recovery continues
Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar will sit out a third consecutive race due to a wrist injury sustained while boxing. Liam Lawson will again replace him alongside Max Verstappen. Red Bull say Hadjar is progressing but not ready to return.
The 21-year-old French driver suffered a broken wrist during a boxing session, forcing him to skip the Dutch, Italian, and now Spanish rounds. New Zealander Liam Lawson will again partner Max Verstappen, with Yuki Tsunoda stepping into Lawson's usual Racing Bulls seat.
Red Bull currently occupy fourth place in the constructors' championship. Their latest medical bulletin describes Hadjar's rehabilitation as moving in a positive direction, but no specific timeline for his comeback has been given.
Hadjar's continued absence could impact Red Bull's constructors' championship campaign, as they currently sit fourth. Fans may feel the loss of a promising young talent, potentially affecting engagement with the team's storyline. Lawson's extended substitute role could elevate his market value, while Tsunoda's temporary promotion may create internal pressure or shift future driver negotiations.