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Fernando Alonso was not left impressed with Liam Lawson during the F1 sprint race from the Circuit of the Americas.
During the F1 sprint race at the Circuit of the Americas, Fernando Alonso criticized Liam Lawson, calling him an “idiot” over team radio as they jostled for position in Austin, Texas. Their battle allowed Esteban Ocon to overtake and finish ahead of them, with Lawson and Alonso coming in 16th and 18th, respectively. After the race, the two were seen engaged in a heated discussion outside their cars. Alonso later expressed his frustration with Lawson’s aggressive driving, stating that he believes it may not be the best approach for the sport. Lawson, who is standing in for Daniel Ricciardo at Red Bull, faces pressure to perform well in his six remaining races this season. Despite his limited F1 experience, Lawson is reportedly being considered for a promotion to Red Bull in 2025 to replace Sergio Perez. Lawson will start at the back of the grid for the US Grand Prix, having taken on a new power unit, which exceeds the allowable limit for the season.
