Laurent Mekies clarifies Liam Lawson’s future with Racing Bulls
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 8:28 AM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies stated that the decision to retain Liam Lawson or promote Nikola Tsolov to a race seat for the 2027 Formula 1 season rests with Racing Bulls. Rookie Arvid Lindblad is confirmed for another year, but Tsolov’s recent form has raised questions about his candidacy. Lawson has scored 89 points this season, currently outperforming his competition in recent races. Mekies emphasized that Racing Bulls has the final say in decisions, distancing himself from the outcome.
- •Racing Bulls decides between retaining Lawson or promoting Tsolov for 2027.
- •Lindblad confirmed for a second season with Racing Bulls.
- •Lawson scored 89 points, outperforming other midfield drivers.
- •Mekies insists the final decision is up to Racing Bulls management.
- •Tsolov entered the season as a favorite but has underperformed recently.
- 8:28 AMYahoo Sports — Laurent Mekies: Liam Lawson’s fate has nothing to do with me
- 8:28 AMMotorsport.com — Laurent Mekies: Liam Lawson’s fate has nothing to do with me
"Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies says it’s up to Racing Bulls whether to retain Liam Lawson or promote Nikola Tsolov to a race seat in the 2027 Formula 1 season. Rookie Arvid Lindblad is set to get a second campaign in the world championship next year, but the identity of his team-mate has been uncertain. Formula 2 title contender Tsolov was the favourite to get the seat, but his form ...Keep reading
"Laurent Mekies is adamant Racing Bulls will make its own decision regarding its 2027 driver line-up
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 10, 2026, 8:28 AMLaurent Mekies: Liam Lawson’s fate has nothing to do with me
Laurent Mekies is adamant Racing Bulls will make its own decision regarding its 2027 driver line-up
- Motorsport.comNov 10, 2026, 8:28 AMLaurent Mekies: Liam Lawson’s fate has nothing to do with me
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies says it’s up to Racing Bulls whether to retain Liam Lawson or promote Nikola Tsolov to a race seat in the 2027 Formula 1 season. Rookie Arvid Lindblad is set to get a second campaign in the world championship next year, but the identity of his team-mate has been uncertain. Formula 2 title contender Tsolov was the favourite to get the seat, but his form ...Keep reading
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