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RB’s Liam Lawson has apologised publicly to Red Bull’s Sergio Perez after sending a rude gesture the Mexican’s way during his home Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Lawson and Perez are reportedly vying for the second Red Bull seat in 2025, and tensions between them boiled over on the track during the Mexico City race. Perez tried to overtake Lawson on Lap 19, resulting in a collision that damaged Perez’s car. Later in the race, Lawson passed Perez and made a rude gesture, citing frustration at Perez’s driving tactics. Despite his actions, Lawson acknowledged his mistake and apologized for his behavior post-race. Red Bull’s Helmut Marko criticized the incident, emphasizing the need for more respect between drivers, especially within sister teams. Perez expressed disappointment in Lawson’s behavior, highlighting the impact on both of their races and calling for more humility and respect in Formula 1.
