Red Bull might have to start the second half of the season with a different driver line-up. Isack Hadjar is reportedly struggling with a wrist injury that could rule him out of this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, dealing a blow to the team's plans to build momentum after the summer break.
The news comes from Dutch media outlet De Limburger, which claims the injury is severe enough to sideline the Frenchman. Hadjar has been a strong support for Max Verstappen in the first half of the season, and his absence would be a significant loss for the team.
According to the report, Liam Lawson is set to be called up from Racing Bulls to partner Verstappen, with Yuki Tsunoda moving in the opposite direction to fill Lawson's seat. RacingNews365 understands that a final decision hinges on a last medical check before the event.
Lawson made two appearances for Red Bull last year, but a poor start to the season saw him demoted back to Racing Bulls. However, his current campaign has been impressive, with eight point-scoring finishes so far, making him a credible candidate for a second chance.
Tsunoda, who was dropped from the Racing Bulls seat at the end of last season, has remained in the Red Bull family as a reserve driver. He has been waiting for an opportunity like this, and now he could get it, albeit at the sister team.
This reshuffle adds an intriguing subplot to the Dutch GP. Verstappen will have a new teammate, and Lawson will be eager to prove his worth. Meanwhile, Tsunoda will want to remind everyone of his talent. The paddock will be watching closely to see if the medical check gives the green light for this lineup change.
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