In an astonishing development, Racing Bulls’ team principal, Laurent Mekies, has made a significant statement regarding Liam Lawson’s challenging journey in Formula 1. Despite an uneasy start with the senior Red Bull team, Mekies insists that Lawson’s undeniable talent is intact and ready to resurface.
The young Kiwi driver experienced a turbulent period with Red Bull, marked by disastrous weekends that led to his unexpected return to Racing Bulls after just two rounds of the campaign. From a crash in Australia to a lackluster race in China, Lawson’s difficulties with Red Bull’s RB21 puzzled many.
Mekies was surprised by Lawson’s struggles with Red Bull’s car, especially considering his previous successes with the sister team. “Of course, I think nobody was expecting that he would be back of the grid for these two races,” Mekies noted. “But with high confidence, we think that his talent did not disappear, and we start back these adventures where we left it last year.”
Racing Bulls played a crucial role in the decision that led to Lawson’s homecoming. Mekies revealed the team recommended both Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda as potential replacements for Sergio Perez at Red Bull. “Our job is to put on the table one or two drivers which hopefully are of interest for our big brother,” Mekies explained. “In the case of last season, we felt that was the case with both drivers.”
As Lawson prepares for his second chance with Racing Bulls, Mekies highlighted the team’s dedication to supporting him in showing his true potential. “He knows he has an important role to play with us in the battle we have in the midfield. He has a point to prove out there,” Mekies said.
With all eyes on Liam Lawson’s return and Racing Bulls’ unwavering support, the scene is set for an exhilarating redemption arc in the Formula 1 realm. This young prodigy is poised to reclaim his standing and silence skeptics once and for all.
