The grin is gone from the Formula 1 grid. In its place is a Kiwi looking to make the most of another chance to impress.

"The target or the goal that has been set out is the same as it’s always been since I was 17 and joining the programme."

Red Bull made the difficult decision to remove Formula 1 fans' favourite Daniel Ricciardo from his VCARB race seat after last month's Singapore Grand Prix and give it to reserve Liam Lawson

The pressure is on New Zealand driver Liam Lawson to perform immediately on his return to Formula One. The 22 year old will lineup for the RB racing team at this weekend's US Grand Prix in Texas. Lawson replaced Australian Daniel Ricciardo in the team in September.

RB's Liam Lawson reckons breaking into points is the easiest way to prove himself with F1 return

There are many storylines to follow in the final stretch of the 2024 season. In almost traditional fashion, Red Bull’s driver line-up will be at the centre of discussion across F1 news outlets.

Sergio Perez has been warned he’s not “doing himself any favours” with his current form, especially as there’s a new contender for his Red Bull seat in Liam Lawson. The Kiwi returns to Red Bull’s junior team,

Liam Lawson is back in Formula 1, and the young Kiwi couldn’t be more excited. After stepping in to replace Daniel Ricciardo in 2023, Lawson’s brief but promising stint has earned him another shot at the pinnacle of motorsport.

Despite resisting the temptation to replace Sergio Perez during the summer break, Red Bull are evaluating alternatives for 2025. Christian Horner has emphasised that Red Bull must assemble the strongest driver line-up possible next season – with Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda set to be heavily scrutinised.