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4w ago

Red Bull to Replace Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda After Poor Start to F1 Season

Reports suggest Lawson will move to Red Bull's junior team while Tsunoda steps into the senior seat ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix.

Formula One F1 - Chinese Grand Prix - Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai, China - March 21, 2025 Red Bull's Liam Lawson is seen ahead of the first practice session REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo
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Man in demand: Yuki Tsunoda takes selfies with fans at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix

Overview

  • Red Bull Racing has reportedly decided to replace Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda after just two races in the 2025 Formula 1 season.
  • Lawson struggled to adapt to the RB21 car, failing to score points and qualifying last in both the Australian and Chinese Grands Prix.
  • Yuki Tsunoda, currently driving for Red Bull's junior team, has shown stronger performances this season, including consistent top-ten qualifying results.
  • The move underscores Red Bull's urgency to improve their Constructors' Championship position, where they currently trail McLaren by 42 points.
  • An official announcement is expected later this week, with Lawson set to join Visa Cash App Racing Bulls as part of the driver swap.