Liam Lawson's reported Red Bull demotion in focus

Formula1.com reported Alan Permane said Liam Lawson changed after a 2025 Red Bull demotion, with the New Zealander now 10th on 39 points.

Formula1.com reported that Racing Bulls team principal Alan Permane said Liam Lawson was not the same after a demotion from Red Bull. The outlet said the New Zealander spent only two races with Red Bull in 2025 before returning to Racing Bulls, so the move is treated here as reported rather than as a new official announcement.

Lawson, born on 11 February 2002, has made 44 Formula 1 starts from 2023 to 2026 for three teams. He is 10th in the 2026 drivers' championship on 39 points, which adds context to his current season as discussion around the reported switch continues.

Red Bull, founded in 2005, has won 130 Grands Prix and six constructors' titles through 2026. No separate official statement or direct comment from Lawson was included in the supplied material.