Lawson prepares for uncertain car choice ahead of Baku
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Liam Lawson faces an uncertain week as the decision regarding his car for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix is pending. After filling in for Isack Hadjar, who has a wrist injury, Lawson has been preparing for both potential driving options. He noted that the week will involve extensive preparation at the factory. Red Bull Racing team principal Laurent Mekies provided an update on Hadjar's recovery, suggesting a cautious approach to ensure he is fully ready before returning to racing. The final decision on Hadjar's status is expected by mid-week.
- •Lawson has served as a substitute for Hadjar over the past three weekends.
- •Hadjar's return is uncertain as he recovers from a wrist injury.
- •Lawson is engaged in intensive preparations at the factory.
- •A decision on Hadjar's status is expected by Wednesday or Thursday.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Busy week awaits Lawson: 'I expect the decision on Hadjar right ahead of Baku'
"Liam Lawson has a busy week ahead, as it is yet to be decided which car he will drive at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. After Isack Hadjar suffered a wrist injury ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, Lawson has served as his substitute over the past three weekends.
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