French rookie Isack Hadjar, who has been making steady progress with the Alpine team, will miss the Bahrain Grand Prix – his third race in a row – as he continues to recover from a wrist injury sustained during the opening practice session in Jeddah. According to The Race and Autosport, the 20‑year‑old suffered a fracture that requires additional healing time, and Alpine’s management has decided to prioritise his long‑term fitness over a short‑term return.
Hadjar’s injury was first reported after the first practice session at the Bahrain International Circuit, where he was unable to complete a lap. Alpine’s team principal, Jean‑Marc Gounon, confirmed that the driver will not be able to compete in the upcoming race and that the team will use the spare seat for a reserve driver. The Frenchman has already missed the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian races, and the decision to sit out again is a cautious move to avoid aggravating the injury.
The decision has implications for Alpine’s points strategy. With the team already struggling to secure a podium finish, the loss of Hadjar’s fresh pace and data collection will make it harder to fine‑tune the car for the rest of the season. However, the team has expressed confidence that the injury will not affect their overall championship ambitions, noting that the reserve driver is fully prepared to step in if required.
For Indian fans, the Bahrain GP will be broadcast live on FanCode at 7:30 pm IST. Alpine’s drivers, including Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, will be on the grid, and the team’s performance will be closely watched. If you want to keep up with the latest updates, you can follow Alpine’s official social media channels or check the FanCode app for real‑time commentary and analysis.
Source: The Race, Autosport
