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Liam Lawson has revealed he was told he would be returning to F1 in 2024 as Daniel Ricciardo’s replacement at RB two weeks before the announcement.
Lawson will be competing with Yuki Tsunoda in the remaining six rounds this season with the goal of securing a permanent seat with Red Bull for next season. His impressive performance as a substitute driver last year did not secure him a 2025 drive, but Red Bull’s decision to drop Ricciardo has given Lawson another chance with the second team. Lawson was informed about his promotion before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and had to keep it a secret until it was officially announced. While there were some tensions in the Red Bull garage regarding the mid-season driver swap, Lawson is grateful for the opportunity and is determined to make the most of it. He admires how Ricciardo handled the situation and respects him for his professionalism throughout the changes.
