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Laurent Mekies was Racing Bulls boss when Liam Lawson returned to the team in the 2025 season.
Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies has detailed the team’s efforts to support the mental well-being of its employees, drawing from his experience with Liam Lawson.
After Lawson’s quick promotion and subsequent demotion, Mekies played a significant role in helping the driver regain confidence, which ultimately led to Racing Bulls achieving sixth place in the constructors’ championship.
Mekies highlighted the challenges drivers face when being demoted from the senior Red Bull team, citing Daniil Kvyat’s struggles in 2016 as an example.
The team under Mekies’ guidance aims to foster a culture of support, not only for drivers but for all team members, recognizing the impact of psychological well-being on performance.
Mekies emphasized the importance of creating an environment that allows both drivers and staff to reach their full potential and stressed Red Bull’s ethos of prioritizing pure racing and joy over mere satisfaction.
