Isack Hadjar will not compete in the Spanish Grand Prix, marking his third consecutive race absence due to a wrist injury he suffered during the summer. The 21-year-old French driver, who is part of the Red Bull Racing team, has already missed the Dutch Grand Prix and the Italian Grand Prix. His absence in Spain means he will continue to sit out while he focuses on his recovery. In Hadjar’s place for the Spanish Grand Prix will be New Zealander Liam Lawson. Lawson, who usually drives for Red Bull’s second team, Racing Bulls, will join Max Verstappen in the race. This is a temporary move, as Lawson is expected to return to Racing Bulls after the Spanish Grand Prix. To cover for Lawson’s absence, Racing Bulls will bring in Yuki Tsunoda, a reserve driver, to fill the seat for the remainder of the season. Hadjar’s injury occurred while he was boxing, an activity he participated in during the summer break. According to Red Bull, he is continuing to make "progress positively" in his recovery but is "not yet ready" to return to competitive racing. The team has not provided a specific timeline for his return, but they remain optimistic about his long-term prospects. Red Bull is currently fourth in the Formula 1 constructors' championship, trailing behind Mercedes, Ferrari, and McLaren. With Hadjar out of action, the team will rely on Lawson’s performance in Spain to maintain their position in the standings. The Spanish Grand Prix is a key event in the Formula 1 calendar, held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, and is known for its challenging layout and high-speed corners.