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Lawson not distracted by missing 2024 AlphaTauri F1 race seat
The Faenza outfit, AlphaTauri, announced that Yuki Tsunoda will be joined by Daniel Ricciardo next year, with Liam Lawson serving as the reserve driver. Lawson has had four outings so far, filling in for Ricciardo who suffered a hand injury. While Ricciardo is expected to return for the next race in Qatar, Lawson may still have another race opportunity in the AT04. Lawson stated that his primary focus is on making the most of his current opportunities and his ultimate goal is to be in F1. He appreciates the support he has received from all over the world. Lawson does not feel pressure to prove Red Bull management wrong and is used to the high-pressure environment of being a Red Bull driver. He rejected the suggestion that he could land a race drive elsewhere, as all Red Bull seats are currently filled. Red Bull team boss Christian Horner believes that Lawson is on the radar for a full-time drive in the future, but for now, he will continue in his reserve role. Williams is unlikely to take a driver for just one year, so Lawson will focus on his current role and continue to make the most of his opportunities.
Source: motorsport
