Liam Lawson on staying focused amid F1 seat speculation

Liam Lawson has delivered a consistent run of performances in his first full Formula 1 season with Racing Bulls, despite speculation about his seat. Speaking to Motorsport Week, the New Zealander said that a pre-season with the team and involvement in car development have helped him feel more settled than he did in 2025, when he was switched between teams and had little preparation.

Lawson said he has learned what works for him as a driver, from race weekends to the people around him, and described the new regulations as a level playing field for everyone on the grid. He has also been clear that he is blocking out the noise around his future, which has centred on Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov, while Racing Bulls has yet to name its line-up for next season.

With three races remaining, Lawson said the focus is on the team's fight for fifth place in the Constructors' Championship, adding that if they achieve it, he will have done his job.