Isack Hadjar will sit out the upcoming Italian Grand Prix at Monza because his wrist has not healed sufficiently, and the Red Bull team has called up Liam Lawson to fill his seat for a second race in a row. The injury originated during a boxing session that Hadjar incorporated into his summer training regimen last month, an incident that also forced him to miss the Dutch Grand Prix.
Despite intensive rehabilitation efforts, the medical team concluded that he would not be fit to race in Italy and advised the team to give him additional time, with hopes that he can return for the next round in Madrid. Red Bull announced on Wednesday afternoon that while they remain eager to see Hadjar back behind the wheel, the priority is his health and safety. The team’s statement emphasized that they are closely tracking his recovery and will avoid any unnecessary risks. "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 organization said.
"The team is closely monitoring his rehabilitation and will take no unnecessary risks with his return to competition and wishes him a speedy recovery." Lawson’s promotion to the Red Bull senior squad gives Yuki Tsunoda another opportunity to showcase his abilities at Racing Bulls. In the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, Lawson qualified just one tenth of a second behind Max Verstappen and finished the race in seventh place, a marked improvement from his earlier outings at the start of the 2025 season when he was briefly dropped from the team.
Tsunoda, meanwhile, delivered a solid performance, finishing just outside the points but ahead of full‑time driver Arvid Lindblad, reinforcing his value as a reliable backup driver. Hadjar currently sits eighth in the Drivers' Championship.
Team principal Laurent Mekies has repeatedly praised the Frenchman, noting that he has been Max Verstappen’s closest teammate for several seasons and that his consistent performances make him a strong candidate to retain his seat beyond 2026. Although Red Bull has not yet confirmed whether Hadjar will remain with the squad in 2027, his track record suggests that the team will be inclined to keep him if his form continues.
The Italian Grand Prix weekend is packed with a full schedule of support races and events. On Thursday, September 3, the drivers’ press conference is slated for 1 pm, followed by the Paddock Uncut at 4 pm.
Friday, September 4, will feature a series of practice sessions: F3 practice at 7.30 am, F2 practice at 8.55 am, and the first Formula 1 practice session at 11 am (the session actually starts at 11.30 am). Qualifying for the junior categories follows, with F3 qualifying at 12.55 pm and F2 qualifying at 1.50 pm, before the second F1 practice session begins at 2.35 pm. The day concludes with The F1 Show at 4.15 pm and the Team Bosses’ press conference at 5.20 pm. Saturday, September 5, continues the action with an F3 sprint at 8.25 am, the third F1 practice session at 11.15 am (starting at 11.30 am), and the F2 sprint at 1.10 pm.
The afternoon builds toward the main qualifying sessions: the Italian Grand Prix qualifying starts at 3 pm, accompanied by a pre‑qualifying build‑up at 2.15 pm, and a special segment titled "Ted’s Qualifying Notebook" at 5 pm. Sunday, September 6, hosts the climax of the weekend.
The F3 feature race kicks off at 7.10 am, followed by the F2 feature race at 8.40 am, and the Porsche Supercup race at 10.40 am. After a brief intermission, the Grand Prix build‑up begins at 12.30 pm, leading to the Italian Grand Prix start at 2 pm. The race concludes with the chequered flag at 4 pm, after which the post‑race reaction and "Ted’s Notebook" provide analysis and commentary at 5 pm.
Many of these sessions are also broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event. For fans wanting to follow the action, Sky Sports F1 will provide live coverage of the Italian Grand Prix, and the event can be streamed via NOW without a long‑term contract, allowing cancellation at any time.
Additional resources such as driver head‑to‑head scores, schedule details, and streaming options are available through the Sky Sports platform and its WhatsApp service. In summary, while Hadjar’s wrist injury forces him to sit out the Monza race, his recovery is progressing, and the team is optimistic about his return in Madrid. Lawson’s strong showing in the Dutch Grand Prix has earned him a second chance alongside Verstappen, and Tsunoda continues to prove his worth as a capable substitute. The Italian Grand Prix weekend promises a rich blend of racing action, analysis, and fan engagement, ensuring that Formula 1 enthusiasts have plenty to watch and discuss throughout the event.