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Hadjar Faces Doubt for Dutch GP Start, Lawson Poised to Step In
Highlights
- Isack Hadjar injured wrist during gym; Dutch GP participation doubtful
- Liam Lawson may return to Red Bull Racing if Hadjar misses race
- Yuki Tsunoda could replace Lawson at Racing Bulls team
- Hadjar’s injury threatens continuity after promising 2026 season
- Lawson’s F1 debut also linked to Dutch GP at Zandvoort
- Hadjar may recover in two weeks before next race at Monza
Isack Hadjar is a doubt for the Dutch Grand Prix after sustaining a wrist injury during the Formula 1 summer break. Dutch outlet De Telegraaf reports the damage occurred in the gym.
Red Bull has not confirmed its line-up for Zandvoort, but the indications point toward Hadjar sitting out. A late medical call remains possible ahead of Friday practice.
Hadjar’s gym-related wrist injury puts his Zandvoort participation in significant doubt, per Dutch reports.
If Hadjar cannot start, Liam Lawson is in line for a return to Red Bull Racing. He previously made two starts before being demoted at the start of 2025.
Lawson’s F1 debut also came at Zandvoort, when he replaced the injured Daniel Ricciardo in 2023. A comeback here would be a notable career inflection point.
A Lawson recall would trigger a two-team reshuffle between Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls.
That move would likely place Yuki Tsunoda in the Racing Bulls seat Lawson vacates. Tsunoda has 89 starts with the Faenza-based team and a brief promotion to Red Bull on his CV.
From a regulatory standpoint, mid-event changes are permitted with FIA approval and medical clearance. Both Lawson and Tsunoda hold the necessary super licence credentials.
The competitive implications for Zandvoort are significant. The track rewards high downforce and confidence on entry, making continuity valuable in a tight midfield.
Hadjar scored his first F1 podium at Zandvoort last year. Missing this weekend would puncture momentum in a season strengthened by strong backing for his long-term prospects.
Monza in two weeks offers Hadjar a realistic return target if Zandvoort arrives too soon.
There is a recovery window. Skipping Zandvoort would give Hadjar around two weeks before Monza, easing reintegration and reducing risk.
Lawson’s recent form suggests he can plug straight in. He has addressed questions about pace and mindset, as he denies ghosts around his future and restates his F1 goals.
Tsunoda, meanwhile, lacks a full-time 2027 F1 berth. He has been linked to a potential IndyCar move, with Felix Rosenqvist expected to rejoin McLaren after an Indianapolis 500 victory.
Red Bull’s priority is protecting championship position while mitigating driver risk. A final decision is likely before FP1, pending medical guidance and simulator correlation.
Visual Summary
ABSENT?
Hadjar’s injury triggers
a domino effect on the F1 grid
a domino effect on the F1 grid
Hadjar
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OUT
💉
OUT
Lawson
🚀
CALL-UP?
🚀
CALL-UP?
Tsunoda
🏁
MOVES
🏁
MOVES
Felix
🏎
LEAVES
🏎
LEAVES
Each absence topples another: Hadjar’s crash risks a shock return for Lawson, Tsunoda on standby, and even a change in IndyCar.
Dutch GP
Wrist injury threatens Hadjar’s seat
Lawson: Possible comeback
Zandvoort was meant to be
Hadjar’s triumph.
Now, a test of patience & resilience.
Hadjar’s triumph.
Now, a test of patience & resilience.
James William covers the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, from the Rolex 24 at Daytona to sprint-race formats. His reports include prototype performance reviews, GT class battles, and pit-stop strategy insights for endurance-racing fans.
