After a surprising shift back to Racing Bulls, Liam Lawson dives into the race season with a focus on moving forward. Despite the unexpected reallocation from Red Bull to his former team, Lawson is keen on making the most out of the situation.
Liam Lawson, feeling the abrupt change in his racing career, expressed a clear desire to continue with the racing season without dwelling too much on the past. “It’s nice to get it done and just move forward,” Lawson stated, underscoring his resolve to make the best of his return to Racing Bulls.
His reintroduction to Racing Bulls was marked by a challenging race. Lawson’s qualifier did not go as planned, starting at a P14 spot and ending at P17 in Suzuka. Nevertheless, this setback hasn’t dampened his spirits. He found solace in the fact that his teammate, Isack Hadjar, managed to clinch some points. Lawson remarked, “It would have been very tough from where we started, but it definitely didn’t work. Obviously, we’ll review going forward.”
Engaging in self-reflection and team strategy evaluation, Lawson believed there were noteworthy performances during the weekend. Despite the challenges in qualifying, there were moments during the race when Lawson felt quite comfortable in the car. “I think in general, the car has been pretty good this weekend,” he commented. His determination to adapt to the vehicle and leverage its strengths is evident as he looked forward to upcoming races.
Reflecting on McLaren’s strategic decisions, which have been highlighted as a threat to their title chances, Lawson is not letting his guard down. With new tracks and styles coming up, he is ready to tackle each challenge head-on and aims to consistently perform better across the season.
Liam Lawson’s journey back to Racing Bulls may not have started on the strongest note, but his perseverance and clarity of purpose promise an intriguing season ahead. As he adapts to changes and optimizes his performance, Lawson’s enthusiasm for racing remains unshaken.
