The Formula 1 summer break has just begun, but there are already some big decisions being made, especially at Red Bull. The Austrian team is no longer as dominant as it has been in previous years. Several driver decisions were expected to be announced this year. Sergio Perez’s future with the team has been confirmed, as well as Daniel Ricciardo’s. However, for a young driver like Liam Lawson, it is a bitter setback.
Both Perez and Ricciardo have struggled to perform well in the first half of the Formula 1 season and have faced criticism. Despite this, Red Bull has decided to keep Perez alongside Max Verstappen. Ricciardo will also continue to drive for the Racing Bulls, according to reports from „Motorsport.com.“ During a meeting in Milton Keynes, UK, on Monday, decisions were made regarding both drivers.
While the experienced drivers celebrate, young driver Liam Lawson has suffered another setback. In recent weeks, there has been speculation about Lawson potentially replacing Ricciardo or Perez. However, Lawson will have to wait for his chance. It is possible that the 22-year-old may drive alongside Racing Bulls driver Yuki Tsunoda from next year onwards.
In addition to Red Bull’s decisions, Carlos Sainz has announced that he will be racing for Williams starting in 2025. This news means that Logan Sargeant will not have a seat for the next season. The driver lineup for the 2024 Formula 1 season is starting to take shape, with some drivers celebrating their continued presence and others facing disappointment. The upcoming races will reveal how these decisions impact the teams and the drivers‘ performance on the track.