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Liam Lawson suffered the axe from Red Bull after just two races with the senior team as Max Verstappen’s team-mate.
Liam Lawson has denied reports that his confidence dropped after being demoted by Red Bull Racing.
The New Zealander was transferred back to Racing Bulls after only two races with the senior team, challenging tracks he had never driven on before.
Despite initial struggles, Lawson has since shown steady improvement, scoring points in Monaco and Austria and even out-qualifying his former teammate Max Verstappen.
Lawson clarified that rumors about his confidence being affected by the demotion were unfounded, stating that he has remained focused on improving and learning throughout the season.
He highlighted the challenges of adapting to a new team and car without adequate testing, emphasizing the need for time to adjust and develop in Formula 1.
