Liam Lawson demoted by Red Bull after disappointing start
- After only two races in the 2025 Formula 1 season, Liam Lawson was replaced by Yuki Tsunoda.
- Lawson failed to score any points and struggled to adapt to the car's dynamics.
- Red Bull Racing's decision aimed to protect Lawson's talent and improve team performance.
In early April 2025, during the Formula 1 season in Japan, Liam Lawson faced a significant career setback when Red Bull Racing decided to demote him to their junior team, Racing Bulls, after just two races. Following opening performances that saw him crash in Melbourne and finish poorly in Shanghai, Lawson failed to score any points. Team principal Christian Horner noted concerns about Lawson's mental state and the pressure he felt competing alongside established teammate Max Verstappen. Despite his talent, the team concluded that they had placed unrealistic expectations on the young driver, prompting the swift decision to make a change. Liam Lawson experienced an emotionally challenging period as this move halted his aspirations in what he described as his