Red Bull demotes Liam Lawson, promotes Yuki Tsunoda after two races

NASCAR driver Parker Kligerman has criticized Red Bull Racing's swift decision to demote Liam Lawson after just two races in the 2025 Formula 1 season, calling it one of the 'wildest' changes in motorsports. Lawson, who struggled with performance, finishing 12th in China and retiring early in Australia, was replaced by Yuki Tsunoda, who is set to debut at the Japanese Grand Prix. Kligerman expressed concern over Red Bull's impulsive approach to driver management, emphasizing that this reflects poorly on the team's decision-making. Meanwhile, Lawson's girlfriend and sister publicly voiced their support for him, with his sister hinting at her dissatisfaction with how the situation was handled. Reports indicate Lawson learned of his demotion through the media rather than directly from the team, raising questions about Red Bull's professionalism. This situation underscores the high-stakes environment in F1, where performance pressures can lead to rapid personnel changes.