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Red Bull has conceded Liam Lawson suffered psychologically following his demotion back to Racing Bulls after just F1 two races with Red Bull in 2025.
Red Bull acknowledged that Liam Lawson experienced psychological challenges after being demoted back to Racing Bulls after only two Formula 1 races in 2025. Despite a difficult start to the season, Lawson struggled to regain his confidence and only scored his first point in round eight in Monaco. However, he showed resilience in the second half of the season, finishing 14th in the standings with 38 points, outscoring his replacement Yuki Tsunoda. Red Bull CEO Laurent Mekies highlighted the significant psychological impact of the demotion on Lawson’s performance. Mekies emphasized the importance of creating a supportive environment for all team members, including drivers, engineers, and mechanics, to excel. Looking ahead to 2026, Red Bull aims to focus on providing optimal support for their drivers and team members to maximize their potential on the track.
