Liam Lawson has drawn praise from Red Bull boss Christian Horner after the driver marked his return to F1 with an impressive U.S. Grand Prix performance.

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 has marked his Formula One return with a points finish, taking ninth place at the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. In his first G

Red Bull adviser Helmut Marko believes New Zealand star Liam Lawson “did a very good job” upon his return to competitive F1 action in sprint qualifying at the United States Grand Prix. Red Bull junior team VCARB announced last month that Hastings-born Lawson will contest the final six races of the F1 2024 season having replaced Australia’s Daniel Ricciardo following the Singapore GP.

New Zealand driver Liam Lawson has finished ninth in the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. The top-10 finish is a huge boost for the RB racing team's 22-year old. Charles Leclerc won the race, from Ferrari team-mate Carlos Sainz.

Liam Lawson drew praise from Red Bull boss Christian Horner after the driver marked his return to Formula One for the first time in more than a year by racing from 19th to ninth in Sunday's U.S. Grand Prix.

Christian Horner was left very impressed by Liam Lawson's performance during the United States Grand Prix. The New Zealander hadn't competed in F1 since his five-race stint in 2023 but immediately scored points upon his return to the sport.

Red Bull boss Christian Horner had nothing but praise for Liam Lawson after the United States Grand Prix AUSTIN — Speaking in the Red Bull hospitality space following the United States Grand Prix, Christian Horner was quick to dole out the praise.