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Liam Lawson empathizes with F1 rival Albon: ‘I’d be totally pissed!

James Taylor by James Taylor
June 27, 2025
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Liam Lawson empathizes with F1 rival Albon: ‘I’d be totally pissed!

SPIELBERG, AUSTRIA - JUNE 26: Liam Lawson of New Zealand and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 26, 2025 in Spielberg, Austria. (Photo by Peter Fox/LAT Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202506260423 // Usage for editorial use only //

In a bold move that has stirred up the F1 community, Liam Lawson has taken the side of his rival, Alex Albon, in a controversial driving standards dispute. The clash between Lawson and Albon during the Spanish Grand Prix has ignited a fiery debate after the FIA released new guidelines to the public.

The incident at Turn 1 in Barcelona left Albon frustrated as he received a 10-second time penalty and saw his Williams car’s front wing damaged. Despite feeling he did nothing wrong, Albon found himself penalized under the new regulations, which emphasize penalizing the aggressor in overtaking situations, even if they are forced off the track by the defending driver.

Albon expressed his discontent with the current state of racing, stating, “I don’t like how we’re racing at the moment. Barcelona, Turn 1 was a good example of that.” He highlighted the ambiguity in the guidelines, pointing out the challenges drivers face when navigating such situations on the track.

Lawson, acknowledging Albon’s frustration, empathized with his rival, remarking, “If I was him, I’d be totally pissed, because it’s exactly what we’re doing.” Drawing from his own experience with on-track incidents, Lawson recognized the complexities of the regulations and the difficult decisions drivers must make in the heat of the race.

The New Zealander’s support for Albon sheds light on the intense competition and high stakes in Formula 1, where split-second decisions can have far-reaching consequences. As the debate around driving standards continues to simmer, both drivers and fans are left pondering the future of racing dynamics in the sport.

Stay tuned for more updates and insights as the F1 season unfolds, with unexpected alliances and rivalries shaping the narrative on and off the track.

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