Liam Lawson's Red Bull Future in Doubt After Poor Performances

Liam Lawson, the Red Bull Racing driver, is under significant pressure after failing to progress from Q1 in all three qualifying sessions this season, including a last-place finish in the Chinese Grand Prix qualifying. His struggles have led to comparisons with Sergio Perez, who was ousted for similar underperformance. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner acknowledged the concerns, stating they would evaluate Lawson's performances closely, while team advisor Helmut Marko hinted at potential replacements, including Yuki Tsunoda and Isack Hadjar, if Lawson does not improve. Lawson himself admitted that his results are 'not good enough' and emphasized the urgency for him to adapt to the car's characteristics. Despite the challenges, Marko has urged not to write Lawson off yet, suggesting they will reassess after the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix, which will serve as a critical benchmark for his future with the team. The situation reflects the intense performance demands within Formula 1, where results are paramount.