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Liam Lawson's performance and 2027 driver status

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Liam Lawson’s standing within the Red Bull driver program has strengthened following his performances as a substitute for the senior team. During the Dutch Grand Prix, Lawson made a successful return to Red Bull Racing to replace the injured Isack Hadjar, securing a seventh-place finish. Lawson’s performances have also bolstered Racing Bulls’ position in the Constructors’ Championship, with the team aiming for a historic fifth-place finish. However, Lawson’s recent outings have faced challenges. At the Italian Grand Prix, Lawson faced a grid penalty due to new power unit components and ultimately finished 14th following a collision with Nico Hülkenberg during a restart. During practice at the new Madring circuit, Lawson described the car as “really difficult to drive” while the team worked on bodywork and floor geometry adjustments. Lawson has also expressed difficulty regarding driver uncertainty. While filling in for Hadjar at Red Bull, Lawson noted that adapting to two distinct vehicle setups makes both physical and mental preparation difficult. His future remains a central topic. While Red Bull has confirmed Isack Hadjar will partner Verstappen in 2027, Racing Bulls is evaluating its roster. Team Principal Alan Permane has described the selection process as a “pleasant problem,” weighing Lawson and Arvid Lindblad against F2 leader Nikola Tsolov. The final decision for the Racing Bulls lineup will be determined by a committee of six key figures, including Racing Bulls CEO Peter Bayer and Red Bull GmbH CEO Oliver Mintzlaff. Following his interim appearances, Racing Bulls Team Principal Laurent Mekies praised Lawson’s “very, very, very strong” work and adaptability. Despite scoring points in 11 of 16 races and sitting ninth in the championship, Lawson faces ongoing uncertainty. ~~While some experts support his retention, others suggest Isack Hadjar remains the priority~~ Adding to this tension, Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has publicly advocated for ~~the senior team or that~~ Nikola Tsolov ~~could be promoted.~~ to secure a Racing Bulls seat for the 2027 season.

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