Injured Isack Hadjar to Miss Dutch GP, Lawson Steps In

Red Bull Racing will return from the Formula 1 summer break with a different line-up after Isack Hadjar suffered an injury.

De Telegraaf has reported that Hadjar will be unable to compete at this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix, with Liam Lawson expected to step up from Racing Bulls back into Red Bull for the first time since his demotion early last season.

Yuki Tsunoda is thought to be stepping into the Kiwi's Racing Bulls seat alongside Arvid Lindblad, marking the Japanese driver's return to F1 after being demoted to a reserve role at the end of last season. This unexpected shuffle adds intrigue to Red Bull's weekend at Zandvoort.

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The injury comes at a frustrating time for Hadjar and the team. The 21-year-old has impressed many in his first season alongside Max Verstappen, breaking the 'curse' of Red Bull's second seat. He has also established himself as a strong midfield force, securing consistent points finishes to sit 41 behind his World Champion team-mate.

Hadjar's absence presents an unexpected challenge for Red Bull as it looks to build momentum in the second half of the season. The team has struggled for consistent form under the new regulations, but Lawson's familiarity with the squad could bring stability.

Crucially for Lawson, this situation could be a breakthrough in his contract negotiations. While Red Bull is reportedly eyeing F2's Nikola Tsolov for a promotion, Lawson appears at risk of losing his F1 seat. A solid performance on his return to the top team could prove pivotal. It remains unclear whether Hadjar will miss other rounds, with confirmation from Red Bull expected today.