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Liam Lawson has explained what is required of him to retain his Racing Bulls seat next year — and avoid being consigned to the sidelines of F1.
Liam Lawson has disclosed the key requirement for him and Yuki Tsunoda to secure their spots within the Red Bull family next year. Both drivers are fighting for their Formula 1 future due to lackluster performances by Red Bull’s two teams. Lawson was demoted after just two rounds, while Tsunoda was promoted in the opposite direction. The 23-year-old New Zealander’s future seems uncertain, especially with Red Bull junior Arvid Lindblad waiting for an opportunity. Tsunoda is also at risk of losing his seat to Lawson’s current teammate, Isack Hadjar. Their best chance of retaining a full-time drive in 2026 may be with Racing Bulls, their initial team this year. Lawson mentioned that the timeframe for decisions regarding their futures is unclear, but performing well in the upcoming races will improve their chances of staying in the sport.
