Liam Lawson Faces Turbulent Times After Singapore GP Meltdown: No Word from Helmut Marko!
In a weekend that can only be described as a catastrophic nightmare, Liam Lawson’s performance at the Singapore Grand Prix left fans and pundits alike in shock. The New Zealand driver found himself grappling with disaster, crashing not once but TWICE during the critical event.
Lawson’s harrowing tale began on Friday during Free Practice 2 when he narrowly clipped the unforgiving Turn 17 exit wall, forcing his team into a frantic scramble for repairs. However, the chaos didn’t end there. In Free Practice 3, Lawson lost control yet again at Turn 7, inflicting even more damage on his already beleaguered machine just before qualifying. Despite these setbacks, Lawson managed to secure a disappointing 12th place on the grid, but the race proved to be even more of a struggle, as he ultimately fell to 15th.
With his future hanging in the balance and speculation swirling about his potential replacement, Lawson’s prospects for the 2026 season look grim. Rising stars like Arvid Lindblad, Yuki Tsunoda, and Alex Dunne are all in contention for the coveted seat with the Racing Bulls, while his teammate Isack Hadjar is being heavily touted for a promotion to Red Bull next season.
In the aftermath of his tumultuous weekend, Lawson revealed a startling lack of communication with Helmut Marko, the controversial motorsport advisor known for his unforgiving nature. When pressed by media representatives from AutoGear about whether Marko had reached out following the crashes, Lawson’s one-word response was a blunt, “No.”
When further interrogated about the lessons learned during the challenging weekend at Marina Bay, Lawson’s dry wit shone through as he simply stated, “Don’t crash.” It’s a stark reminder of the high-stakes world of Formula 1, where one miscalculation can lead to disaster.
However, all is not lost for Lawson as he looks toward the horizon of the United States Grand Prix. Remaining optimistic, he expressed confidence in his team’s capabilities, stating, “I’m sure we should have a good package in Austin, it’s a track I enjoy.” His excitement was palpable as he added, “I’m very, very excited to just get out of here and go straight to Austin.”
As the F1 season unfolds, all eyes will be on Lawson—can he turn his fortunes around, or will this weekend in Singapore haunt him as a pivotal moment in his racing career? The clock is ticking, and the pressure is on. Stay tuned as the drama of Formula 1 continues to escalate!
