Yuki Tsunoda Promoted to Red Bull Racing After Lawson's Struggles

Red Bull Racing replaces Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda as Max Verstappen's teammate, aiming to address driver and car performance issues in the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Liam Lawson has been demoted to Racing Bulls after failing to score points in the first two races of the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Yuki Tsunoda, previously with Racing Bulls, will partner Max Verstappen starting at the Japanese Grand Prix on April 6, 2025.
Red Bull Racing made the decision as part of their strategy to reclaim the Constructors' Championship and to support Lawson's development in a less pressured environment.
The RB21 car's narrow performance window has been cited as a key factor in Lawson's struggles, with the team hoping Tsunoda's experience will help improve the car.
Red Bull continues its history of mid-season driver changes, emphasizing its high-performance expectations and focus on team success.