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Liam Lawson will be behind the wheel of the Red Bull RB20 for a test, just as pressure is beginning to mount on Sergio Perez.
Christian Horner downplayed the significance of Liam Lawson’s upcoming Red Bull test, following another disappointing performance by Sergio Perez at the British Grand Prix. Despite a poor showing, Perez had a challenging weekend leading to a 17th place finish. Red Bull is facing increased pressure in the Constructors’ standings due to McLaren’s and Mercedes’ stronger performances. Clauses in Perez’s contract that he is struggling to meet have been revealed, potentially paving the way for Lawson to take over. Horner emphasized the need for Perez to improve his performance, suggesting that the situation is “unsustainable” and underlining the importance of both cars scoring points consistently.
