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Liam Lawson has shared a positive appraisal of the Racing Bulls package ahead of the 2026 F1 season commencing in Melbourne.
Liam Lawson praised the new Racing Bulls car for its strong reliability, completing over 1,000 laps during F1 pre-season.
The team ranked fifth out of 11, with 1,052 laps in Barcelona and Bahrain testing, surpassing most midfield teams except Haas.
Lawson contributed 488 laps, while rookie teammate Arvid Lindblad was second with 654 laps.
The VCARB 03 has shown exceptional reliability compared to the Red Bull car, despite some concerns about power unit issues.
Lawson expressed optimism after the successful testing in Sakhir, highlighting the importance of the progress made in a short time.
Racing Bulls can now focus on refining their package for the Australian Grand Prix, confident in their strong preparation and reliability.
