Hadjar breaks down wrist injury recovery after choosing non-surgical route

The Frenchman, who has also recently secured a contract extension with Red Bull for 2027, will return to the cockpit this weekend after missing the last three Grands Prix due to a wrist injury. His absence saw Liam Lawson step in and take over his RB22.

Speaking at the press conference in Baku, the Frenchman provided further details on the wrist injury that has kept him out of action, explaining that he suffered a small fracture on the outside of his wrist. Hadjar confirmed that surgery was not required and that, while he still expects to feel some pain, the injury is now considered strong enough to withstand the demands of driving.

The Red Bull driver also revealed that he has already completed a simulator test, which went well and gave him confidence ahead of his return to the cockpit. Hadjar explained that the simulator provides an environment very close to that of the car, particularly when combined with the adrenaline of being back on track.

Hadjar expressed his excitement at extending his stay with Red Bull, highlighting how quickly he settled into the team after joining eight months ago. The Frenchman said he immediately recognised the scale and ambition of the organisation, while also praising the talent available throughout the team. He also described it as a privilege to race for Red Bull alongside four-time World Champion Max Verstappen.

The 21-year-old added that he has been fully committed to the team since signing and believes the support he has received from Laurent Mekies and everyone at Milton Keynes has allowed him to repay the faith placed in him. Hadjar stressed that he is constantly looking to listen and learn, while continuing to push himself further each day.

With his future now secured, the Frenchman also made clear that he is already looking ahead to the next stage of his Red Bull career. He suggested that the experience gained during his first months with the team has only increased his motivation, with the new contract giving him the opportunity to continue developing and build on the progress he has made so far.