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Liam Lawson Opens Up on Daniel Ricciardo’s Risky ‘Dislike’ Moment
Highlights
- Liam Lawson replaced Daniel Ricciardo at Racing Bulls in 2024 season.
- Ricciardo left F1 after Singapore Grand Prix to pursue other activities.
- Ricciardo was very supportive of Lawson during the driver transition.
- Lawson and Ricciardo maintained a friendly, professional relationship post-departure.
- Lawson’s permanent role boosts Racing Bulls ahead of 2026 season.
Liam Lawson replaced Daniel Ricciardo at Racing Bulls after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix, following Ricciardo’s decision to step away from Formula 1 and pursue interests outside racing.
Lawson had already deputised for Ricciardo the previous year during injury, easing the transition. This time, the switch became permanent as Racing Bulls planned ahead for 2026.
Speaking to Sky F1, Lawson said Ricciardo was “very, very supportive” throughout the change, defusing potential tension that often follows mid-season seat moves.
Even after leaving, Ricciardo stayed accessible, offering advice when requested. That continued presence helped Lawson settle quickly within the Faenza operation.
“Very, very supportive,” Lawson says of Ricciardo’s role during the transition.
Their rapport surfaced again when Lawson found an early-career photo of Ricciardo wearing braces, prompting a good-natured exchange that underlined their off-track respect.
Ricciardo’s exit surprised many, though recent setbacks, including Ricciardo’s strategy fail, framed the timing. The change also clarified Racing Bulls’ development direction.
Lawson has since delivered consistency for the team, with Lawson’s consistent performances underpinning results and giving Faenza a stable reference as it readies car concepts for the next ruleset.
That matters with 2026’s power-unit reset and aerodynamic changes looming. Continuity helps correlation, while clear leadership reduces noise in feedback loops during concept selection.
Lawson’s permanence gives Racing Bulls valuable continuity ahead of the 2026 rules reset.
The switch also reshaped the driver market narrative, influencing short-term strategy calls and simulator priorities across the Red Bull ecosystem.
Lawson’s learning curve featured focused mileage, including a Monaco FP1 run and managing setbacks like a racing crash, both informing his approach under pressure.
Ultimately, Lawson’s account underscores professional respect, with Ricciardo supporting a successor while pursuing opportunities away from F1’s spotlight.
Both drivers remain part of F1’s story, progressing along different paths.
Visual Summary
The Supportive Pass: Ricciardo Bids Farewell,
Lawson Steps Up for Racing Bulls
Lawson Steps Up for Racing Bulls
2024
Lawson replaces Ricciardo
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Ricciardo
supports Lawson
supports Lawson
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Ricciardo
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“Ricciardo was very, very supportive throughout.
Even after leaving, he stayed approachable and willing to help.”
– Liam Lawson
One chapter closes, another opens, but respect and friendship keep the wheels turning.
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.
