Liam Lawson Faces Penalty at US Grand Prix

The FIA has issued a grid penalty for Liam Lawson, who will start from the back at the US Grand Prix due to exceeding engine component limits inherited from his predecessor Daniel Ricciardo. Lawson's promotion to his first permanent F1 seat comes after Ricciardo's disappointing performances led to his replacement. The FIA will also closely monitor Red Bull, implementing seals on their cars to prevent adjustments during parc ferme conditions, following complaints from other teams. In a related decision, the FIA announced that the bonus point for the fastest lap will be removed starting in 2025, a rule that was controversial during the last race involving Ricciardo. Former F1 driver Jenson Button criticized Red Bull's trend of mid-season driver swaps, arguing that drivers should have a full season to prove themselves. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner emphasized the pressure on Lawson to perform, particularly in comparison to teammate Yuki Tsunoda as they assess future plans for the team.