Isack Hadjar sidelined by wrist injury ahead of Dutch GP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:30 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Isack Hadjar will miss the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix due to a wrist injury sustained during training. Red Bull Racing has confirmed that Liam Lawson will replace Hadjar for this race. The team preferred Hadjar due to his familiarity with the RB22, which will be crucial for car development. The situation will be reassessed after the Dutch GP, with the Italian GP scheduled two weeks later. Lawson's lack of preparation time adds to the challenges as it will be a Sprint weekend in Zandvoort.
- •Hadjar has a wrist injury and is recovering at home.
- •Liam Lawson will substitute for Hadjar at Zandvoort.
- •Hadjar's injury affects Red Bull's performance and feedback capabilities.
- •Lawson has minimal preparation time before the race.
- •Red Bull will evaluate Hadjar's situation after the Dutch GP.
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"The wrist injury Isack Hadjar has sustained creates problems not only for the Frenchman but also for Red Bull Racing. The team will be seriously disappointed, as substitute Liam Lawson cannot be expected to deliver the same performance as Hadjar.
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