Liam Lawson says Daniel Ricciardo offered him advice despite battle for F1 seat
ABCFacing the prospect of losing his spot in Formula 1, "great guy" Daniel Ricciardo showed his class, according to the man who has replaced him. F1 returns with a massive, and unexpected, battle for the world championship Photo shows Lando Norris, with his helmet off, greets Max Verstappen, with his helmet on, after a night qualifying session Formula 1 returns to the United States with Max Verstappen holding a 52-point lead over Lando Norris in the battle for the drivers' championship. After learning that he would be replacing Ricciardo for this weekend's United States Grand Prix in Texas, Lawson said he spoke with Ricciardo. The young New Zealander said Ricciardo offered him advice as he prepared to forge his F1 career. "But he said there's obviously nothing against me, and he said 'you get one shot at F1, make sure you take it' – and he said 'good luck'."
History of this topic
F1 2025: Red Bull announces Liam Lawson as Sergio Perez replacement
The HinduKiwi Lawson Returns to the F1 Grid with a Chance to Impress in Texas
Associated Press
Daniel Ricciardo reveals the only F1 rival that had his back as Aussie driver receives rock star reception from Red Bull
Daily Mail
Red Bull senior advisor shock admission that Daniel Ricciardo could be replaced by Kiwi rival Liam Lawson before the end of this F1 season
Daily Mail
Daniel Ricciardo ‘given two races to save F1 seat’ with Liam Lawson waiting in wings
The IndependentDaniel Ricciardo could miss Singapore and Japan GPs as he recovers from broken hand
Associated Press
Ricciardo hoping to make a quick recovery from broken hand
The Hindu
Daniel Ricciardo out of Dutch Grand Prix with broken wrist; Lawson to make F1 debut as replacement
The HinduDiscover Related
)
