Isack Hadjar is ruled out of the upcoming 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Circuit Zandvoort after suffering a wrist injury, according to multiple reports. His absence affects Red Bull’s plans only days before the race weekend, with the team needing an immediate replacement.
The outlets agree that Liam Lawson is expected to step in for Hadjar alongside Max Verstappen. The Athletic frames Hadjar’s non-participation as the likely opening for Lawson to join Verstappen for the Zandvoort event. Yahoo Sports also reports the driver switch within Red Bull ahead of the Dutch GP.
Some coverage extends beyond Red Bull’s lineup by suggesting a wider paddock reshuffle. Times of India reports that if Lawson moves into Hadjar’s seat, Yuki Tsunoda could then be positioned for Racing Bulls, following the mid-season summer break. While the exact downstream changes are reported as possibilities rather than confirmed across all sources, the core points—Hadjar’s wrist injury and Lawson’s expected promotion at Zandvoort—are consistent.
