The grin is gone from the Formula 1 grid. In its place is a Kiwi looking to make the most of another chance to impress.

Liam Lawson says thinking about auditioning for a Red Bull seat in 2025 is "very far" from his focus, as he concentrates on the performance criteria set by RB on his Formula 1 return.The New Zealander will return to an F1 seat in Austin after Daniel Ricciardo was let go by RB following the Singapore Grand Prix,

Liam Lawson has admitted that he is in the dark over whether his spell with RB over the remainder of the season could lead to a Formula 1 drive with Red Bull in 2025. Lawson, who conducted five appearances last term, has returned to the F1 grid to complete the last six rounds this season with RB as Daniel Ricciardo’s replacement.