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Liam Lawson has said he’s not in Formula 1 to “make enemies” but isn’t racing “to make friends” as he fights to secure a future within the Red Bull setup.
During the recent Mexico City Grand Prix, Liam Lawson clashed with Red Bull’s Sergio Perez on track and made a rude hand gesture towards him as he passed the Mexican. Following these incidents and a separate one involving Fernando Alonso, Perez questioned Lawson’s attitude towards F1. Lawson later apologized, but rumors suggest he might replace Perez at Red Bull either this year or next season. Despite the ongoing speculations, Lawson remains focused on winning and has no intention of making enemies on track. Red Bull’s Team Principal Christian Horner and Helmut Marko support Lawson’s aggressive racing style, although they emphasize the importance of avoiding contact with other Red Bull cars. As Perez’s future in F1 remains uncertain, Lawson’s feisty approach may align well with Red Bull’s current lineup alongside Max Verstappen. However, Lawson maintains that he will continue to race in his own style, prioritizing learning from his mistakes to improve his performance.
