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Liam Lawson's Red Bull Future Uncertain After Disappointing Start
Red Bull Racing's decision to promote Liam Lawson to a main driver seat is under intense scrutiny after a disastrous start to the 2025 season. Reports from Dutch outlets suggest Yuki Tsunoda, currently driving for Red Bull's sister team, Racing Bulls, will replace Lawson ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix on April 4th. This would mark another mid-season driver change for Red Bull, a team known for its aggressive approach to lineup management.
Lawson's Struggles and Tsunoda's Rise
Lawson's promotion came after a brief, yet impressive, stint with Racing Bulls. However, his two races in Australia and China have yielded zero points and a series of poor qualifying performances, culminating in last place in China. In contrast, Tsunoda has shown strong form this season, scoring three points with a sixth-place finish in the Shanghai sprint. This, coupled with Honda's backing of Tsunoda, has seemingly tipped the scales in his favour.
Red Bull's Controversial Decision
Many critics argue Red Bull made a mistake by overlooking Carlos Sainz, a proven grand prix winner, in favour of Lawson. The team's decision to internally promote Lawson, despite his limited experience, has backfired spectacularly. Commentators like Alex Jacques have voiced their concerns, highlighting Lawson's inexperience and the challenges of driving a Red Bull car not tailored to his style. The car's design, heavily influenced by Max Verstappen’s driving preferences, presents an enormous hurdle for his teammates.
What's Next for Lawson?
While Red Bull hasn't commented officially, Lawson's representatives are unsure if the reports are finalized. The situation is precarious for Lawson, with the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix potentially a make-or-break moment for his Formula 1 career. Whether Red Bull offers him a chance to redeem himself remains to be seen; their history indicates ruthless efficiency in driver selection, but the pressure to perform is undeniable.
