Liam Lawson has caused a buzz across the sport. After his arrival to substitute for Daniel Ricciardo, the New Zealander caught the eyes of millions. Lawson has become a topic of discussion. Whether it is about getting a Red Bull seat or an AlphaTauri contract, Lawson has impressed many.
The Super Formula driver has finished in front of Yuki Tsunoda on multiple occasions after his big Formula 1 debut. Not on that, the rookie also battled a Ferrari and Max Verstappen during his first F1 race. However, Lawson has now found another reason to go viral.
It all started at the shooting of the Red Bull YouTube video. It involved every Red Bull car and bike in different motorsport categories to compete against one another. That is when Lawson drove the RB8 for the video. However, it was after the shoot that Lawson filmed a hilarious video. That is when he was asked to introduce himself. Lawson, however, hilariously introduced himself as Lewis Hamilton.
Everybody is a Lewis Hamilton fan. 😆‼️pic.twitter.com/4bwooBVs6x
— deni (@fiagirly) September 9, 2023
After a brief moment of silence, the videographer said, “You should’ve said Max Verstappen” to which Lawson replied, “I should have said Max Verstappen. I realized after I said that I should have said Max Verstappen“.
The video was even more funny when fans pointed out that Lawson was in a Red Bull suit with the energy drink can in his hand.
Liam Lawson is in the running for the 2024 F1 drive
Liam Lawson has impressed many with his rookie drive. The driver is in his rookie season however, he does not have a definite seat in Formula 1. Lawson was called after Ricciardo’s wrist injury during the Free Practice at Zandvoort.
The New Zealander joined the AlphaTauri team for the qualifications and earned himself a P20 during qualifications. However, it was during the race when Lawson fought with a wild Charles Leclerc in Ferrari and finished P13 in the race.
🚨 NEW : In case of an emergency for RBR, Liam Lawson would be moved to Red Bull and Isack Hadjar to AlphaTauri
Nyck De Vries is NOT an option ❌
AT have used 4 drivers but they can apply for a ‘Force Majeure’ to run a 5th driver if needed
[@Motorsport] #F1 pic.twitter.com/7oCLgPn6NB
— RBR Daily (@RBR_Daily) September 1, 2023
Lawson has become a promising driver in just his debut season. With that being said, the driver has caught a lot of eye with his great skills and talent. However, his seat at Red Bull or AlphaTauri has not been confirmed. Nonetheless, Lawson has the potential to become one of the Formula 1 drivers on the grid. Nate Saunders confessed that Lawson might have a chance at AlphaTauri.
But with Lawson “auditioning” for Yuki Tsunoda’s seat, it leaves everyone in a tough spot. The New Zealander, nonetheless, has warned every driver of his plans to beat each one of them. Although the driver waits for the final decision, he has a chance to drive until the Japan Grand Prix and prove himself.