Liam Lawson points to Red Bull super sub benefit in F1 future talks

Liam Lawson is hopeful that his performance with Red Bull earlier this year will favour him when it comes to a decision over his 2027 drive.

Lawson stood in for an injured Isack Hadjar when the sport returned from the summer break, racing in Zandvoort, Monza and Madrid for the senior squad.

The New Zealander's performances were a notable improvement on the difficult period he endured at the start of 2025, when he lasted just two rounds before being demoted back to the sister team.

Despite his positive campaign, Lawson's seat is not yet guaranteed for 2027, as Formula 2 championship contender Nikola Tsolov is believed to be an option for Racing Bulls next year.

When asked if his Red Bull stint will help his case for a 2027 drive, Lawson told media including RacingNews365: "I think potentially, just in how difficult it can be to jump into a different car.

"But outside of that, I don't know. I think it depends on how you look at it. Honestly, I have no idea."

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Lawson highlights primary goal for Racing Bulls season

Lawson has been a frequent finisher inside the points this year, and currently sits on 65 points after 16 rounds.

While the pecking order has evolved into a clear split between the top four and the rest of the teams, Racing Bulls' best-case is a P5 finish in the constructors' standings.

Lawson insisted it remains the primary goal for the team as it looks to come out on top in the battle against Alpine.

"The first part of the year when everyone's still funnelling themselves out, there was a case where we were quite close with them," Lawson said.

"Over the course of a season, when the gap is as big as it is, it all eventually evens out and you see the pace.

"For us, we would never be fighting them anyway.

"To be ninth, fighting Alpine, it would be a big achievement for us as a team to be in front of them, and for me personally as well."