Liam Lawson on social‑media abuse and team dynamics in Formula 1

New Zealand driver Liam Lawson revealed how he endured a wave of online abuse after a clash with Sergio Perez at the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix and said that building psychological resilience was essential to cope with the negativity. He deleted his social‑media apps for several months before returning in 2025, now using them only to follow friends.

Lawson also discussed his rapid promotion to Red Bull Racing for the 2025 season, followed by a demotion to Racing Bulls after just two races. He described the paddock as a high‑performance machine where hundreds of staff members make communication difficult, leading to rumors and a lack of trust. According to Lawson, the culture of protecting one’s own career is common across all Formula 1 teams, not just Red Bull, and he now relies on a close circle of trusted people for personal support.