Isack Hadjar will be absent from this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix as he continues to recover from a wrist injury sustained during the summer break. The French driver, currently in his debut season with Red Bull, missed the previous race in Zandvoort two weeks ago due to the same issue.

In Hadjar’s place, Red Bull has once again appointed Liam Lawson to pilot the car. Lawson, who was released by Red Bull after only two races last year, made a return to the team at Zandvoort, finishing seventh in that event. He will join Max Verstappen on the grid in Monza as Red Bull seeks to maintain its competitive edge.

A statement from Red Bull confirmed the arrangement, noting that Lawson will continue alongside Verstappen while Hadjar progresses with his recovery. The team described Hadjar’s rehabilitation as "encouraging" but did not specify an expected timeline for his return.

Hadjar’s injury and subsequent absence highlight ongoing challenges as the Red Bull junior driver navigates his first season in Formula 1. Meanwhile, Lawson’s opportunity marks a notable comeback and underscores Red Bull’s reliance on its driver development program to address unforeseen setbacks.

The Italian Grand Prix at Monza takes place this weekend, with the Red Bull lineup set to feature Verstappen alongside Lawson until Hadjar is medically cleared to resume racing.