Isack Hadjar will make his return to the Red Bull cockpit for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing three races with a wrist injury. The team confirmed on Wednesday evening that the Frenchman will be back in action at the Baku City Circuit, while Liam Lawson returns to Racing Bulls and Yuki Tsunoda is sidelined once again.
The injury forced Red Bull to draft in Lawson from Racing Bulls, with Tsunoda filling the vacant seat at the sister team. Over the past three races, Lawson delivered solid performances and scored valuable points, but now he must step aside to make way for a recovered Hadjar.
Red Bull's Official Statement
In an official statement, Red Bull welcomed Hadjar's return: "Red Bull Racing is delighted to welcome Isack back this weekend. Having made a successful recovery from his wrist injury, Isack will return to action at the Baku City Circuit on Thursday." The team also thanked Lawson for his professionalism and dedication over the past three races. "Stepping in under challenging circumstances, he delivered some impressive performances and made a valuable contribution to the team. We wish him all the best as he returns to Racing Bulls."
Hadjar's comeback comes with added pressure. During his absence, Lawson showed promising form, creating a positive chapter after his previous difficult stint at Red Bull in 2025. Now, Hadjar must prove he still deserves his seat, especially on the streets of Baku, a circuit that demands precision and bravery.
For Lawson, this is a chance to return to a more familiar environment at Racing Bulls. He has demonstrated he can compete at the top level, and this move could be a stepping stone for his future. Meanwhile, Tsunoda faces the bitter reality of returning to a reserve role, despite showing promise with Racing Bulls earlier.
Hadjar himself has an impressive record in Baku. In his debut season, he finished in the points, showcasing quick adaptation to street circuits. However, this time he returns with a freshly healed injury, and the challenge in Azerbaijan will test his resilience. The pressure to perform is immediate, given Lawson's high standards.
With Hadjar back, the line-ups at Red Bull and Racing Bulls return to their original state. Yet the internal dynamics remain intriguing. Will Hadjar hit the ground running, or will Lawson's shadow loom large? The answers will unfold on the tight and tense streets of Baku.
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Isack Hadjar returns to Red Bull for the Azerbaijan GP after recovering from a wrist injury, with Liam Lawson moving back to Racing Bulls.
Isack Hadjar returns to Red Bull for F1 Azerbaijan in Baku after recovering from a wrist injury. Liam Lawson returns to Racing Bulls, Yuki Tsunoda reverts to his original role.
Isack Hadjar confirmed for Baku comeback after wrist injury recovery. Liam Lawson returns to Racing Bulls for Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
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