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Lawson Reveals His Biggest Challenge After Red Bull Switch
Highlights
- Liam Lawson returned to Red Bull Racing for Monza weekend.
- Lawson learned of Red Bull switch only on Wednesday.
- He balanced preparations with both Red Bull and Racing Bulls.
- Lawson praised RB22’s unique handling and high-speed grip.
- He finished seventh and scored points at Dutch Grand Prix.
- Monza’s traditional schedule expected to ease Lawson’s adjustment.
Liam Lawson says a Wednesday confirmation for his Monza return created his biggest challenge: remaining prepared for Red Bull and Racing Bulls programmes in parallel.
The New Zealander first stepped in at Zandvoort, replacing the injured Isack Hadjar, and delivered seventh place to score on his Red Bull debut.
With Hadjar still sidelined, Lawson stays alongside world champion Max Verstappen for Monza, while Yuki Tsunoda covers Lawson’s seat at Racing Bulls.
Until the call, he split simulator runs and briefings between both garages to keep options open.
Lawson says alternating between two distinct car concepts is awkward in sim work, underscoring the challenge of switching cars during decision uncertainty.
Once Red Bull confirmed his drive, his focus moved solely to the RB22 and its setup priorities.
Lawson learned of his Monza call-up on Wednesday, after preparing for both teams in parallel.
He describes the RB22’s high-speed grip and balance as distinctive, with steering feel unlike anything he has driven, extending beyond simple power unit differences.
That contrast complicates preparation for Monza, where low-drag efficiency, braking stability, and traction over kerbs dominate lap time.
Zandvoort’s Sprint format made his debut intense, yet he still delivered points with seventh, strengthening his case for further opportunities.
Lawson cites the RB22’s high-speed grip and unique balance as a standout difference.
Monza’s conventional three practice sessions should allow a calmer run-in, more correlation from simulator work, and clearer integration with Red Bull’s engineering group.
A standard three-practice schedule is expected to smooth Lawson’s adaptation at Monza.
Alongside Verstappen, Lawson’s priority is clean execution, robust feedback, and maximising points without compromising Red Bull’s baseline programme.
He aims to build on Zandvoort, and to capitalise on Monza’s opportunity after replacing Hadjar at Monza was confirmed midweek.
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“Found out Wednesday!”
Lawson had to prep for BOTH Red Bull & Racing Bulls all week
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2 radically different cars to master
Simulator switches, engineering groups, muscle memory pushed to the max
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All-in on Monza 🏁
Focused on Red Bull RB22 — ready to prove himself at Italy’s fastest race
Lawson’s Monza challenge: Balance, adapt, and seize his Red Bull chance!
After a week on the “seesaw” between teams, his singular focus is now pure speed in the RB22.
Will he turn last-minute uncertainty into another points-scoring drive?
Will he turn last-minute uncertainty into another points-scoring drive?
Daniel Miller reports on Formula 1 Grand Prix weekends with race-day analysis, team-radio highlights, and point-standings updates. He explains power-unit upgrades, aerodynamic developments, and driver rivalries in straightforward, SEO-friendly language for a global F1 audience.
