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Liam Lawson has one moment in mind where his F1 fortunes transformed following a tough start to the 2025 season.
Liam Lawson considers the Austrian Grand Prix a pivotal moment in his F1 season, breaking a 51-year dry spell in Hungary. He achieved an eighth-place finish at the Hungaroring, capping off the first half of the season positively with three points finishes in four races. The turnaround began with a standout sixth place in Austria, where adjustments to his Racing Bulls machine improved his performance against teammate Isack Hadjar. By securing eighth place in Hungary and Belgium, Lawson became the first New Zealander since 1974 to score points in consecutive races. Reflecting on the season, Lawson emphasized Austria as the turning point, noting the increased comfort and performance improvements since then. Despite facing challenges earlier in the year, Lawson aims to maintain consistency and build on recent successes as he progresses through the season.
