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“It’s just a shame we didn’t get to finish the lap” — Lawson sure of Q3 appearance at F1 Mexico GP without Tsunoda crash

Rebecca Malitz2 months ago2 months ago08 mins

Ahead of Qualifying for the Mexican GP, the RB looked like a strong contender for a Q3 appearance, having finished all practice sessions inside the Top 10. Yuki Tsunoda showed particularly good form, finishing FP1 and FP2 in P3, thus providing teammate Liam Lawson, who made his F1 comeback during last weekend’s US GP, with…

Tsunoda says Q2 crash at F1 Mexico GP “very disappointing”, believes both RBs can score points

Lucrezia Costa2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

After a rather strong Q1, which had seen both RB drivers advance to the next qualifying segment very comfortably, Yuki Tsunoda crashed out at the end of Q2 while on a fast lap, while definitely looking to be in the running for a top ten spot. The Japanese driver was thus unable to improve on…

Alonso says Lawson moves “unnecessary” as the pair discuss post-Sprint confrontation at F1 US GP

Rebecca Malitz2 months ago2 months ago08 mins

This weekend’s Austin GP marked the return of Liam Lawson to the grid. The 22-year-old New Zealander has replaced Daniel Ricciardo in a much-discussed late-season swap at VCARB. The weekend also saw the return of the sprint format, which left Lawson with only one practice session before heading into Qualifying for the sprint. The 22-year-old…

“Christian told me a year ago” — Lawson reveals 2024 F1 mid-season opportunity was planned in 2023

James O'Connor2 months ago2 months ago011 mins

Liam Lawson is back. Following an impressive 5-race stint last year as he subbed for Daniel Ricciardo who picked up an injury at Zandvoort in practice, the Kiwi has six rounds to prove himself that he deserves to stay on the grid in 2025. “That’s literally once, obviously once in a lifetime. And it’s something…

Horner: Lawson will have a “soft re-entry” with engine penalty at F1 US Grand Prix

Ahmet-Kaan Cirakman2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Liam Lawson is about to return to full-time racing at the upcoming United States Grand Prix. However, the 22-year-old will be re-introduced with an engine penalty for the 56-lap contest at COTA. Red Bull Racing team principal Christian Horner calls it a “soft re-entry”. Lawson replaces Daniel Ricciardo at RB F1 for the remainder of…

“It will just be very interesting to see how Liam performs over the last remaining six races” — Christian Horner on Lawson’s RB F1 return

Ewout Albrecht3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Last week it became official that Daniel Ricciardo will no longer be a Formula 1 driver in 2024, and likely beyond that, as he is to be replaced by Liam Lawson at RB. Following a five race stint at predecessors AlphaTauri last year the young Kiwi will round up the season starting in Austin with…

Christian Horner reveals that Daniel Ricciardo’s performance was “never compelling enough” to justify a promotion back to Red Bull F1

Senjuti Jash3 months ago3 months ago013 mins

Although the official announcement arrived a few days later, it seemed fairly certain that Daniel Ricciardo was bidding his farewell to the F1 paddock at the Singapore Grand Prix. With six race weekends to go, he is set to be replaced by Liam Lawson at Racing Bulls with immediate effect. Despite his departure from the…

“Clearly communicated” to Ricciardo that he had to comfortably beat Tsunoda — Marko on RB F1 driver change

Jonah Presser3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Co-Author: Chiara Martin As things shake up in the Red Bull family of drivers once again, Helmut Marko has weighed in on the latest swap. The unsurprising news has finally come out: Daniel Ricciardo has been removed from his RB F1 drive, and Liam Lawson gets his time in the spotlight with a full-time F1…

The Honey Badger’s finest hours: Ranking Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 victories

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago019 mins

A few drivers have captured the hearts of fans quite like Daniel Ricciardo. Known for his beaming smile, daring overtakes, and infectious personality, the Australian driver has become one of the sport’s most beloved figures. With an impressive 257 race starts to his name, Ricciardo has established himself as a seasoned veteran of the track,…

Liam Lawson to drive with RB for the rest of the 2024 F1 season

James O'Connor3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

22-year-old Liam Lawson is back in Formula One. The New Zealander is replacing Daniel Ricciardo at RB F1 for the final six races of this year’s campaign. He’ll start at the United States Grand Prix at COTA next month. Pit Debrief learned from a source on the Saturday of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix that Lawson…