{
  "id": 6189244,
  "title": "Third absence for injured Hadjar as Lawson fills in again in Spain",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/third-absence-for-injured-hadjar-as-lawson-fills-in-again-in-spain",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-07T22:54:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/09/08/third-absence-for-injured-hadjar-as-lawson-fills-in-again-in-spain"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Red Bull has announced that injured French driver Isack Hadjar will be absent from this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid for the third consecutive race. The team's statement reveals that New Zealander Liam Lawson will once again fill in for Hadjar, lining up alongside Max Verstappen. This decision follows Lawson's previous appearances in the Racing Bulls' lineup at Zandvoort and Monza.\n\nHadjar's absence is due to his continuing recovery from a wrist injury sustained during a training session in the summer. Despite not being fully healed, Hadjar remains an important part of the team, currently sitting eighth in the world championship standings with 71 points. His podium finish at the Monaco Grand Prix showcases his strong performance.\n\nLiam Lawson, who previously finished seventh at Zandvoort, will need to settle for a 14th-place result at the Monza race. The Red Bull team has opted to continue driving with Yuki Tsunoda alongside Lawson for the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid. Tsunoda's participation is a testament to the team's commitment to maintaining their competitive edge despite the challenges posed by the absence of Hadjar.",
  "summary": "Red Bull's Isack Hadjar, currently eighth in the championship, injured his left wrist during training over the summer break.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Third absence for injured Hadjar as Lawson fills in again in Spain",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/third-absence-for-injured-hadjar-as-lawson-fills-in-again-in-spain-6192381",
        "published": "2026-09-07T22:54:36.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}