Despite having competed in “only” eleven Formula 1 Grands Prix (five in 2023 and six in 2024), Liam Lawson has convinced Red Bull: he will be the new teammate of Max Verstappen.
To ensure his career does not suffer the same fate as Pierre Gasly, Alexander Albon, and Sergio Pérez, the New Zealander must be ready to face a specific challenge: here’s what it is.
The trait Lawson needs
The 2002-born driver will need to demonstrate a fundamental trait to partner with the reigning four-time world champion: mental strength.
The aforementioned drivers have all struggled to handle the pressure. A “mistake” that cost them dearly whenever their performances fell short.
Liam Lawson’s journey might even start positively, but what will truly define his path at Red Bull—and consequently in Formula 1—will be his reaction to the first setbacks, which will inevitably come.
In short, if the Red Bull academy product wants to stay with the main team long-term, he must set himself apart from his predecessors; otherwise, the figure of Yuki Tsunoda could weigh more heavily on his mind than expected…
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