What happened: The decision keeps Liam Lawson in Red Bull's plans. He was promoted for the final races of 2024 before his 2025 stint with the team.
Why it matters: Keeping Lawson addresses his place in the lineup. How Red Bull handles young drivers after promotion remains the larger question, with habits developed under Helmut Marko drawing criticism.
By the numbers: Lawson started fifth and finished seventh at the São Paulo Grand Prix, a drop of two places.
What to watch: Red Bull's handling of Lawson next season will give a clearer measure of whether its approach has changed.
Source
- @autosport