Formula 1 | Horner and trust in Lawson: “He will be able to face the internal challenge with Verstappen”

F1 Horner Lawson – Christian Horner has maximum confidence in Liam Lawson, the new Red Bull driver for the 2025 Formula 1 season. In the official media published this morning, the English manager explained his choice to promote the young New Zealand talent alongside Max Verstappen, listing not only the good results obtained at the wheel of Racing Bulls, but also the spirit with which he has always approached in his still short experiences in Formula 1. Important qualities that will help him emerge at the wheel of one of the single-seater candidates for the title in 2025. Lawson, we remember, won the internal challenge with Yuki Tsunoda, who remained within the RB team.

Horner and the tradition of great talents at Red Bull

“Liam’s performances during his two experiences with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls have demonstrated not only his ability to achieve important results, but also his nature as a true driver, ready to compete with the best without fear and emerge victorious,” revealed Team Principal, Christian Horner. “His addition to the team continues the long tradition of internal promotions from Red Bull’s junior programme, following in the footsteps of championship- and race-winning drivers, such as Sebastian Vettel and, of course, Max Verstappen. There is no doubt that racing alongside Max, four-time world champion and one of the greatest talents ever seen in Formula 1, represents a demanding challenge. However, I am sure that Liam will be able to face it with determination, giving us extraordinary results next season.”