Liam Lawson Replaces Daniel Ricciardo for Final Six Races of 2024 F1 Season.
Liam Lawson’s F1 journey has taken another significant leap as he steps in to replace Daniel Ricciardo for the remaining six races of the 2024 season. The New Zealander, already touted as one of the brightest up-and-coming drivers in Formula 1, has been given the nod after Ricciardo’s persistent struggles following a hand injury earlier in the year. AlphaTauri, the Red Bull sister team, made the decision after Ricciardo failed to regain his form, prompting them to place their trust in Lawson.
Lawson’s meteoric rise through motorsport has been nothing short of impressive. His journey began in karting in his native New Zealand, before moving to Europe to compete in Formula 4 and other junior categories. It was in 2022 when he got his first taste of Formula 1 action, stepping in for Ricciardo after the latter’s accident during practice at the Dutch Grand Prix. Lawson immediately impressed, securing points in Singapore and earning widespread praise for his composed performances under pressure(
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His promotion for the final stretch of the season provides Lawson with a golden opportunity to cement his place in the sport. With Ricciardo’s F1 future now in doubt, AlphaTauri and Red Bull will likely be evaluating Lawson’s performance carefully to decide their 2025 driver lineup. Despite Lawson’s frustration at not securing a full-time seat for 2024, this stint is a chance for him to stake his claim for a permanent role next season.
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