Lawson feared race was over on Lap 1 as he takes sixth in Austria

Liam Lawson delivered a standout performance at the Austrian Grand Prix, securing a remarkable sixth place for Racing Bulls. His audacious one-stop strategy proved successful on a scorching Red Bull Ring, a feat managed by only two drivers.Lawson narrowly escaped a chaotic Lap 1 collision involving Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen, turning potential disaster into an opportunity. He skillfully managed his tyres for 38 laps, aided by Fernando Alonso's strategic presence behind him, which buffered him from quicker two-stopping cars.This result marks Lawson's best-ever F1 finish and his second top-10 of the season, showcasing his resilience and strategic prowess despite teammate Isack Hadjar suffering floor damage later in his own challenging race.