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Yellow flag robs Lawson in China qualifying, Kiwi to start 14th in Shanghai
After points in the sprint race, the Kiwi was 0.413s short of a top 10 grand prix start.
F1: Lawson to start 14th in China; Antonelli becomes youngest F1 pole-sitter
All the action from the Shanghai International Circuit.
Lawson scores first points of 2026 F1 season, takes seventh in China sprint
No driver made up more places than the Kiwi over the 19-lap affair.
Lawson qualifies 13th for China sprint race, but power woes continue
The Kiwi was 0.094s away from starting inside the top 10.
Lawson back at scene of his darkest day as Racing Bulls solve Kiwi’s woes
The Kiwi returns to China, one year after it proved to be his final race with Red Bull.
Gary Anderson: How Liam Lawson's start-line stall reveals danger in F1's new rules
OPINION: Experts warn new rules about electrical power risk a major start-line crash.
Winners & Losers: Once-mighty Crusaders now look like unworthy champions
OPINION: The Crusaders' title defence will crumble if they slip against the Highlanders.
Alex Powell: Lawson’s major disadvantage against rookie teammate
OPINION: What we learned from the Australian Grand Prix.
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'He's not over it': Lawson v Perez feud reignites in Melbourne F1 opener
Two years after the Kiwi took the Mexican’s job, nothing has been forgiven.
Battery woes cost Lawson as Kiwi misses points in Melbourne season-opener
The Racing Bulls driver couldn't capitalise on fast qualifying in the season opening GP.
Lawson finishes 13th after horror start at Australian GP
All the action from Melbourne's Albert Park Street Circuit.
'Last year sucked': Lawson earns chance at Melbourne F1 redemption
After struggling in the 2025 Australian Grand Prix, the Kiwi starts eighth today.
Lawson qualifies in top 10 for Australian Grand Prix, 8th fastest in Melbourne
The Kiwi will begin Formula One’s new era with a shot at a points finish.
Lawson to start eighth in Formula 1 Melbourne Grand Prix
All the action from the second day at Albert Park.
‘A good start’: Lawson reacts to first sessions in new F1 car
The Kiwi finished 13th in each practice session, with qualifying to come on Saturday.
Lawson solid but not spectacular, beaten twice by new teammate in F1 practice
The Kiwi was outside the top 10 in both sessions as he learns his new car.
Recap: Lawson finishes 13th - twice - in Melbourne practice sessions
All the action from Formula 1's first two free practice sessions in Melbourne.
Exclusive: Max Verstappen's prediction for Liam Lawson's F1 season
The four-time world champion continues to support the Kiwi after his brutal demotion.
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The Warriors kick off their season and Liam Lawson is back on the track. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
Why Liam Lawson's Formula 1 career is more secure than ever
The Kiwi enters 2026 on firm ground, after years of uncertainty.
Anxious but ready: Lawson braces for F1’s new unknown in Melbourne
Drivers face a daunting challenge as the new racing season begins this weekend.
'Not super fun': Lawson still getting to grips with new F1 car
The Kiwi feels better prepared after 'surviving' his first full F1 season.
Ranked: Ferrari flop, newbies shine – Every 2026 Formula 1 car's livery
OPINION: Who got it right and who didn't in designing this year's cars?
Alex Powell: What Liam Lawson can lose, gain in 2026 Formula 1 season
ANALYSIS: Even in a secure position, the Kiwi's season is far from straightforward.
Christian Horner: Demoting Liam Lawson from Red Bull 'wasn't my choice'
Horner says Oliver Mintzlaff and Helmut Marko pushed him out of Red Bull.
Lawson saves best for last in F1 pre-season, posts top 10 time in Bahrain
The Kiwi was solid, and got through 106 laps of the Sakhir circuit.
Lawson continues to improve in F1 pre-season, 12th fastest in Bahrain
After posting the fastest top speed last week, Lawson logged another 61 laps in Sakhir.
Lawson improves on day three of F1 pre-season testing, posts fastest top speed
The 24-year-old completed Racing Bulls’ final day of the first test.