P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Liam Lawson is due to start the sprint race at the Circuit of the Americas from 15th on the grid.
Liam Lawson expressed frustration over being impeded by other F1 drivers on his final lap in sprint qualifying, admitting the team’s decision to attempt only one lap in SQ2 was risky. Due to traffic, Lawson couldn’t set a time in the second segment, so he’ll start Saturday’s race from 15th position. Despite the setback, Lawson felt confident in his fast car and sees a positive side in having a competitive package for the grand prix qualifying session. While acknowledging the challenge of starting from 15th, Lawson is determined to push for points by focusing on strategy and improving his race car for Sunday’s event, considering it difficult but not impossible.
