Mekies assesses Lawson's Red Bull stint after Madrid

Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies has lauded Liam Lawson for his impressive performances while standing in for the injured Isack Hadjar. After a difficult start to his 2025 campaign, Lawson has shown significant growth, securing strong points finishes in Zandvoort and Madrid. Mekies praised the New Zealander's calm demeanor and focus, noting his ability to simplify complex challenges and adapt quickly to the Red Bull car. Since his return, Lawson has demonstrated better qualifying pace and consistent race results compared to his initial stint earlier this year. With Hadjar still recovering from a wrist injury, the team is pleased with how Lawson has utilized his recent experience to support Red Bull’s points tally. While his future seat for the next race is yet to be confirmed, his recent development has left a strong impression on team management.