Red Bull's problems ahead of Monza:

Red Bull Racing has confirmed that Isack Hadjar will miss the Italian Grand Prix in Monza due to ongoing recovery from an injury sustained during the summer break. The French driver suffered a knee injury during a practice session, which has prevented him from competing in recent races. This marks the second consecutive race in which Hadjar has been sidelined, with his absence allowing teammate Liam Lawson to step in. Hadjar’s injury occurred during the summer testing period, leading to his withdrawal from the previous race in Zandvoort. At that time, Liam Lawson took over his role in the Red Bull squad, while Yuki Tsunoda returned to the Racing Point team alongside Arvid Lindblad. The same lineup has been retained for the upcoming race in Monza, with no further changes expected. Both teams have stated they will maintain their current driver configurations for the remainder of the season. Liam Lawson expressed satisfaction with Hadjar’s continued recovery and optimism about his return to action soon. “Zandvoort gave me a very good first feeling for the car,” Lawson said. “After the whole weekend, I now understand much better how the car behaves and what I need from it. Monza is completely different and we expect new challenges, but I’m looking forward to continuing work with my teammates and seeing what we can achieve.” Lawson and Tsunoda both made positive impressions during their substitute appearances in Zandvoort. Lawson finished seventh after starting eighth, while Tsunoda remained just outside the points, finishing 11th. Both drivers demonstrated strong performances, closely matching their team-mates in speed during key moments of the race. Their contributions were praised by their respective teams ahead of the Monza weekend. The teams have decided to continue using the temporary setup they employed during the Zandvoort race. This includes maintaining the current configuration of cars and strategies, ensuring consistency in preparation for the Italian Grand Prix. Hadjar will remain on standby, watching the race from the sidelines as he continues his rehabilitation process. Both Red Bull Racing and Racing Point have emphasized that there are no immediate plans for additional driver swaps. The focus remains on supporting the current drivers and preparing them for the unique demands of the Monza circuit. With its high-speed layout and challenging corners, Monza presents a distinct set of challenges for all competitors, making it a crucial test for the teams. As the race approaches, fans will be hoping for a strong performance from both Lawson and Tsunoda, who have shown promise in their roles so far.