Liam Lawson expects decision on Formula 1 future soon

Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson expects a decision regarding his future in the sport will be made "in the next few weeks". The 24-year-old is currently sitting ninth in the world championship as the highest-placed driver outside of the top four teams. He is awaiting confirmation on whether he will remain at Racing Bulls for the 2027 season.

The series has arrived in Malaysia for the Bahrain Grand Prix, which was relocated to the Sepang circuit from the Middle East due to conflict. Only four seats remain available on the 2027 grid: two at Racing Bulls and two at Haas. While Esteban Ocon is confirmed to be leaving Haas, Ollie Bearman is expected to be retained.

Lawson arrives in Malaysia following a difficult Azerbaijan Grand Prix where he was hit by teammate Arvid Lindblad during a safety car restart. Lawson noted that while the incident "sucked for me", he was not too worked up about it. This was the third time the pair have clashed on track during the current season.

Lawson previously competed at Sepang during the 2018 F3 Asian Championship. His performance there included three wins, two pole positions, and three fastest laps, though another report states he achieved two wins.

Where reports differ

• One report claims Lawson had three wins in the 2018 F3 Asian Championship in Malaysia, while another claims he had two.

Compiled from reports by NZ Herald and 1News.