French Formula 1 rookie Isack Hadjar will be back in the Red Bull garage for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix at the Baku City Circuit this weekend, according to reports from Motorsport.com and Autosport. The 21‑year‑old suffered a wrist injury during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix practice sessions and missed the subsequent race in Melbourne, but medical clearance now allows him to re‑join the team for the high‑speed street race.
Hadjar, who made his debut with Red Bull Racing at the season‑opening Bahrain Grand Prix, has been part of the Red Bull Junior Programme since 2022. His brief stint in the senior car has been closely watched by the team’s technical staff, who see him as a potential long‑term successor to Max Verstappen. The Frenchman’s return comes at a crucial stage of the championship, with Red Bull looking to consolidate its lead while also giving Hadjar valuable race mileage.
Red Bull has not issued an official statement beyond confirming Hadjar’s participation, but the team’s performance director, Helmut Marko, praised the young driver’s resilience in a recent interview with Formula 1.com, noting that “recovering from a wrist injury and getting back to race pace so quickly is a testament to his professionalism.” Hadjar’s seat will be occupied by the team’s regular driver, Max Verstappen, while his teammate for the weekend remains Sergio Pérez.
For Indian fans: The Azerbaijan Grand Prix will be broadcast live on FanCode with commentary in English and Hindi. The race starts at 14:00 IST on Sunday, 26 October. Fans can also follow live timing on the official F1 app, which offers a dedicated Indian feed. With the race taking place on a street circuit that often produces dramatic overtakes and safety‑car periods, Hadjar’s return adds an extra storyline for viewers.
Hadjar’s comeback also highlights the depth of Red Bull’s driver development pipeline, which has produced several recent champions. Should he perform well in Baku, the Frenchman could earn more track time in the remaining races of the season, potentially influencing the team’s driver lineup for 2025.
Source: Motorsport.com
