Lawson reflects on career-best fifth after 'intense' Baku race

Liam Lawson secured a career-best fifth place at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, contributing significantly to Racing Bulls' strong performance that saw them climb to sixth in the Teams' Standings. Despite starting from a superb third on the grid, Lawson faced intense pressure throughout the race, expertly defending against Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli and George Russell. While a podium finish eluded him, P5 was a vital result for the team. Teammate Isack Hadjar also delivered, recovering from a pre-race hydraulics issue and a safety car restart error to finish an impressive tenth. Both drivers expressed satisfaction with the points haul, underlining Racing Bulls' potential after a challenging yet rewarding weekend in Baku.