Hadjar returns for Azerbaijan GP as Lawson moves back to Racing Bulls
Red Bull has confirmed Isack Hadjar will return for this weekend’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing the past three races with a wrist injury. Liam Lawson, who filled in during Hadjar’s absence, will switch back to Racing Bulls for Baku.
Isack Hadjar is set to race for Red Bull at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku after recovering from a wrist injury. Multiple reports said he had missed the previous three races and had been advised not to drive while managing the injury.
The injury was sustained in training over the summer break, according to reports. During Hadjar’s absence, Liam Lawson deputised for Red Bull.
With Hadjar returning, Lawson will move back to the Racing Bulls team for the Baku weekend. Reports described this as Red Bull restoring its preferred line-up for 2026.
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