Liam Lawson propels Racing Bulls into F1 top‑ten after strong Barcelona showing

New Zealand driver Liam Lawson helped Racing Bulls secure double points at the Barcelona Grand Prix, lifting the team into the midfield battle and moving Lawson to 10th in the drivers’ standings after seven races of the 2026 Formula 1 season. He praised the progress, saying “Yes, for us it’s good” and noted the team’s aim to maintain the momentum as the calendar heads to Austria. The team’s resurgence is linked to the new technical regulations that have opened the field, with Racing Bulls now challenging Alpine and other front‑runner outfits. Lawson highlighted the car’s development, commenting “The cars are very interesting this year” and emphasizing the learning curve that continues each weekend. The performance signals Racing Bulls as a genuine threat for the remainder of the season.