Lawson to replace Hadjar again at Red Bull in Monza

Just days after making a strong impression at Zandvoort, Liam Lawson is once again called up by Red Bull to replace Isack Hadjar for the upcoming Italian Grand Prix in Monza. Hadjar, the French-Algerian driver, is recovering from a wrist injury. He sat out at Zandvoort and will now miss Monza as well, giving Lawson a second consecutive opportunity. At Zandvoort, Lawson impressively finished 7th, scoring points on his debut with the RB21. This is a remarkable result for a reserve driver, especially given the limited time to adapt to the car. The confidence from that performance has prompted Red Bull to give him another chance at Monza, a track with completely different characteristics – high speed, low downforce, demanding braking and tire management. More interestingly, the reshuffle within the Red Bull stable has triggered a chain of changes. Yuki Tsunoda, the Japanese driver who lost his full-time seat at the end of 2026, will return to race for Racing Bulls – replacing Lawson's seat at the junior team. This is a second chance for Tsunoda, who was once criticized for inconsistency but still holds potential. He will drive the less competitive Racing Bulls car, but if he performs well, it could be his ticket to a full-time F1 return next season. From a strategic perspective, this is a clear demonstration of Red Bull's driver depth. They can call up a reserve driver from the academy to the top car and score points immediately, while filling the gap at the junior team with an experienced driver. Red Bull's development system, which produced Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen, continues to prove its strength. However, there are counter-intuitive angles to consider. Does constant driver swapping affect team stability? Lawson did well at Zandvoort, but Monza is a different challenge. Expectations will be higher, and if he fails to replicate the result, public opinion may quickly turn. Additionally, Tsunoda's arrival at Racing Bulls could create unnecessary internal competition, as both Lawson and Tsunoda aim to prove they deserve a full-time seat. Based on my experience following races, a reserve driver scoring points on his first outing suggests the Red Bull car is highly competitive, but also reflects Lawson's individual ability. At Monza, if Lawson can maintain a top-10 pace, it will be a strong signal that he is ready for a full-time seat. Conversely, if Tsunoda shines with Racing Bulls, the driver market story will become even more dramatic. There are silences on the track that speak louder than any blockbuster contract. And Monza, with its legendary history, will be where decisive voices echo for the future of these three drivers. The sweetest mistake is the one that makes me realize I am still listening – and Red Bull is listening very carefully to every lap. In conclusion, Monza is not just a regular race. It is a fire test for Lawson, a last chance for Tsunoda, and a reminder that in F1, no seat is permanent. Let's see who emerges from this whirlwind with a higher standing.