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Liam Lawson has had seven grands prix with Racing Bulls on his return to Racing Bulls, scoring just four points.
Racing Bulls CEO Peter Bayer believes Liam Lawson is close to a breakthrough and has urged him to “pull it together” to achieve better results with the team. Lawson’s season has been challenging, as he was swiftly demoted from Red Bull after just two races despite his initial promotion. Returning to Racing Bulls, Lawson has struggled to score points, with only one top-eight finish in Monaco.
In contrast, Lawson’s teammate, Isack Hadjar, has consistently claimed points in five races during the same period. Lawson acknowledges that flawless execution is necessary for success and recognizes the need for improvement, especially in qualifying performances. Bayer agrees that Lawson’s results could significantly improve if he can reach Q3, as Hadjar has done in recent races.
Bayer agrees that Lawson has the potential to deliver consistently for the team and praises his pace, citing his strong showings in Monaco and promising sectors in Spain. Bayer emphasizes the importance of Lawson joining the top group to showcase his true potential and move forward in races. Bayer is confident that if Lawson can enhance his performance and eliminate the early-race struggles, he has the speed and ability to progress successfully in future events.
