Liam Lawson confirmed for Racing Bulls 2027
New Zealand Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson and Britain's Arvid Lindblad will continue with the Racing Bulls team next season after confirmation finally came from boss Alan Permane.
The announcement ends speculation about Lawson's future with the team despite very positive results in 2026.
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"I have no doubt that this is the best driver line-up for us, bringing a strong combination of experience and ambition," said team principal Permane in a statement.
Lawson has scored 75 of Racing Bulls' 114 points in 20 races so far this season, with the team currently fifth overall. His place was uncertain, with 19-year-old Bulgarian junior driver Nikola Tsolov also linked to the seat.
"We've had a brilliant season together and the team has worked very hard to produce a fast car, which I've loved driving," said 24-year-old Lawson.
"It feels great to be part of a historic season for the team as we continue our fight for P5 in the Constructors' Championship ... I'm looking forward to carrying this moment forward with Arvid through to 2027; we're building something super positive and I'm excited by what we can achieve together."
Lawson came seventh in Brazil, his 15th scoring finish in 20 races, to confirm his status as the best of the midfield drivers.Three of his races were for Red Bull as a stand-in for injured Frenchman Isack Hadjar.
