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For whom the bell tolls. Liam Lawson has been told he will have to get up to speed quickly in being team-mate to Max Verstappen or face the consequences like his predecessors.
Red Bull’s Liam Lawson has the opportunity to establish himself within the team or risk being replaced if he can’t perform well against Max Verstappen. Despite having only competed in 11 grands prix, Lawson was chosen to partner Verstappen this season after Sergio Perez’s departure. Lawson has been advised by team principal Christian Horner to focus on his own performance rather than comparing himself to Verstappen, as he will be judged against the Dutchman like previous teammates. According to former Red Bull driver David Coulthard, Lawson’s performance relative to Verstappen will determine his future in Formula 1. Coulthard also emphasizes the pressure on rookies like Lawson and others this season to make a strong impression and meet performance targets set by the team. Adaptability and quick learning are essential for rookies in Formula 1, as they have limited track time to familiarize themselves with the car and prepare for the upcoming races.
