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Liam Lawson: From Substitute to Rising Star – How Five Races Changed His F1 Future

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
December 4, 2024
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Liam Lawson: From Substitute to Rising Star – How Five Races Changed His F1 Future

ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - AUGUST 25: Liam Lawson of New Zealand and Visa Cash App RB looks on in the Paddock prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Netherlands at Circuit Zandvoort on August 25, 2024 in Zandvoort, Netherlands. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202408250149 // Usage for editorial use only //

Liam Lawson’s Formula 1 journey has been nothing short of remarkable, defined by his unexpected opportunity and relentless determination. His chance to shine came following Daniel Ricciardo’s unfortunate crash at Zandvoort last year. That moment flipped the script for Lawson, turning him from a reserve driver into a legitimate contender in just five races.

Had Ricciardo not suffered that hand-breaking crash during FP2, Lawson might still be on the sidelines, waiting for his moment. Instead, he was thrust into the spotlight, and the Kiwi made sure the world knew his name.

Despite having minimal experience with the AlphaTauri AT04 and stepping into a tricky wet session for FP3 at Zandvoort, Lawson handled his debut with poise. Although he spun in Turn 13, Lawson’s effort in qualifying, just four-tenths off Yuki Tsunoda, was a solid performance given the circumstances. His race result – 13th place, ahead of his team-mate – was more than respectable, even as he battled a penalty.

Monza showed even more of Lawson’s potential. He qualified just 0.164s behind Tsunoda and finished 11th in the race, a notable feat given his two-stop strategy and Tsunoda’s pre-race engine failure.

But it was in Singapore where Lawson truly turned heads. Not only did he make it to Q3, but he also scored points with a ninth-place finish. His calm, measured approach paid off as he outpaced Tsunoda when it mattered most, securing valuable points for AlphaTauri.

In Suzuka, Lawson once again showed his racing prowess. He outmaneuvered Tsunoda early in the race and held his own throughout, though the car wasn’t quite fast enough to secure a top-10 finish. Nevertheless, his battle with his teammate highlighted his competitive spirit.

Qatar, however, was the low point of Lawson’s run. With limited practice time under the sprint weekend format, Lawson struggled to find confidence on the Lusail track. He was eliminated in Q1 and spun out in the sprint race, ultimately finishing 17th in the grand prix. Despite this, Lawson’s frustration only underscored his high expectations for himself.

When reflecting on his stint, Lawson’s self-critical nature was evident. After the Qatar GP, he was disappointed with how his run ended, saying: “The races up to this point were going pretty well, but this one definitely doesn’t help that.” It’s clear that even with four impressive weekends behind him, he wasn’t content with just showing up – he wanted more.

Lawson’s time as a stand-in may have been brief, but it was enough to make a lasting impression. His performances ensured that his name won’t be forgotten, and it’s likely just a matter of time before he returns to the grid full-time.

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