Isack Hadjar will miss the upcoming Italian Grand Prix due to a persistent wrist injury, leading to Liam Lawson stepping in as his replacement for a second consecutive race at Red Bull. Hadjar's injury, sustained during boxing training in August, has kept him sidelined since the Dutch Grand Prix, and he has not recovered in time for the race at Monza.

Key Points:

• Liam Lawson will team up with Max Verstappen at Red Bull for the Italian GP.
• Yuki Tsunoda will also have a chance to showcase his skills at Racing Bulls.
• Red Bull made the decision to replace Hadjar on Wednesday, allowing him to focus on recovery with hopes of returning for the next race in Madrid.

Red Bull's statement noted, "Liam will drive alongside Max at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, while Isack continues to make encouraging progress following the wrist injury sustained during the summer break." The team is prioritizing Hadjar's rehabilitation, emphasizing caution to avoid jeopardizing his health.

Currently, Hadjar sits eighth in the Drivers' Championship, and team principal Laurent Mekies believes he has been one of Verstappen's closest teammates in recent years. While Red Bull has yet to confirm Hadjar's position for 2027, his impressive performances suggest he is likely to retain his seat.

In the previous race at Zandvoort, Lawson notably qualified just one-tenth behind Verstappen and finished seventh, marking a significant improvement compared to earlier outings in 2025. Meanwhile, Tsunoda performed well, finishing just outside the points while outpacing full-time driver Arvid Lindblad.

The Italian GP weekend features a packed schedule, with events starting from September 3 leading up to the race on September 6. Fans can catch the action live on Sky Sports.