Liam Lawson has quietly put together one of the most impressive midfield campaigns of the 2026 season.
The New Zealander sits ninth in the standings with 59 points, contributing the lion’s share of Racing Bulls’ tally as they hold fifth in the constructors’ championship.
With 10 top-10 finishes from 14 grands prix and just a single retirement, consistency has been the hallmark of his year.
His form earned him a call-up to Red Bull Racing as a substitute for the injured Isack Hadjar, where he delivered a P6 in Madrid and a P7 at Zandvoort across three outings, further strengthening his case within the organisation.
With 2027 line-ups now firmly on the agenda, Red Bull faces a genuine dilemma. Lawson has proven himself a reliable, points-scoring asset, but the team has options elsewhere.
F2 championship leader Nikola Tsolov, with six wins and 177 points, is knocking on the door. Does Lawson deserve to be retained, or is it time to hand the keys to the next generation?
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