Hadjar Ruled Out for Monza
Isack Hadjar will not compete in the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, as he continues to feel pain in the wrist injured during the Formula 1 summer break. The 21-year-old Frenchman had already missed the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort after a training incident, and the round at the Temple of Speed has come too soon for his recovery. Red Bull made the decision on Wednesday afternoon, giving Hadjar every chance to drive before medical staff concluded he should sit out another event.[S1][S2]
Hadjar was present in the paddock at Zandvoort with his forearm in a protective sleeve, but his condition has not improved enough. Team principal Laurent Mekies has consistently emphasized that there is no need to risk Hadjar's long-term health, a stance reinforced by the team's driver depth. Red Bull hopes Hadjar can return for the following race in Madrid next weekend.[S1][S2]
Lawson and Tsunoda Get Another Chance
Liam Lawson will again partner Max Verstappen at Red Bull, having impressed at Zandvoort by qualifying just one tenth behind Verstappen and finishing seventh, securing six points. Yuki Tsunoda will continue at Racing Bulls, where he finished just outside the points and ahead of full-time driver Arvid Lindblad in his F1 return. Red Bull will retain the same driver pairings for the Italian Grand Prix, given how well both performed in their temporary seats.[S1][S2]
Hadjar currently sits eighth in the Drivers' Championship, and Mekies believes he has been Verstappen's closest teammate in recent years. Red Bull has not yet confirmed Hadjar's place for 2027, but his performances likely mean he will keep his seat. The team is closely monitoring his rehabilitation and will take no unnecessary risks with his return.[S2]
