Lawson unsure what more he can do to secure a 2027 Racing Bulls seat

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Lawson says he is trying not to dwell on the 2027 seat decision after overthinking it in 2025. Racing Bulls is weighing three contenders for two seats, with team principal Alan Permane expecting a decision within weeks.

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Liam Lawson says he is “not really sure what more is expected” of him to secure a Racing Bulls seat for 2027. He also said he was trying not to dwell on the selection.

At media day in Mexico ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix, Lawson said the seat question had occupied his thoughts in 2025 and made him overthink. In 2026, he has tried to maintain a different mindset and focus on scoring as many points as possible. He described his 2026 campaign, particularly its second half, as very strong.

Lawson acknowledged that there were still things he could improve, but said he would feel there was little more he could have done if he were not driving in 2027. His most recent race was a ninth-place finish at the United States Grand Prix; team principal Alan Permane described his execution as flawless.

Racing Bulls has yet to confirm its 2027 line-up and is weighing three contenders for two seats. Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov is among them and is set to make his grand prix weekend debut in first practice in Mexico. Permane expects a decision within weeks.

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