P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Daniel Ricciardo and Liam Lawson were both poised if Red Bull had decided to eject Sergio Perez. But Red Bull keeping him has a big impact on their F1 prospects
Red Bull’s decision to retain Sergio Perez could impact the chances of both Daniel Ricciardo and Liam Lawson to secure a seat in the main Formula 1 team. Ricciardo’s strong performance before the summer break was not enough to secure him a spot in the champion team’s car, highlighting the challenge he faces to move up from the Red Bull Junior Team. Despite this, Ricciardo may still be favored over Lawson if Perez’s performance falters. Lawson’s situation is more urgent as Red Bull must offer him a 2025 F1 race seat by September to retain him, though the chaotic driver market complicates matters. The potential for driver changes within Red Bull’s ranks in the near future means Ricciardo and Lawson must stay competitive to secure a spot on the grid.
