Despite ‘Threats’ From Max Verstappen, Racing Bulls Grants Liam Lawson an Extension

Racing Bulls has confirmed on Thursday that Liam Lawson will continue driving for the team in 2027 after months of speculation over his future. This comes just two weeks after senior Red Bull team driver Max Verstappen seemingly threatened the driver not to fight him on track when he is fighting for a race seat within the Austrian company’s stable.

“Look, you’re fighting for your seat, so you definitely shouldn’t be picking a fight with me,” Verstappen said about Lawson following the pair’s crash in FP2 during the Mexican GP.

The four-time world champion also reminded Lawson that he has always backed him within the Red Bull family, and that the drivers from the junior team aren’t supposed to get in the way of the senior team.

Tensions have seemingly cooled off since then, and Lawson put in a solid performance at the most recent Brazilian GP. The Kiwi driver finished the race in P7 after initially going as high as P2 at the race start.

Following this, and his results in 2026 that have him sitting ninth in the drivers’ standings with 89 points, Lawson is now confirmed to be driving for RB in 2027.

Liam Lawson Shares Excitement at Continuing His F1 Journey With Racing Bulls

In his first statement following the confirmation that he will be driving for RB in 2027, Lawson shared his delight at being able to do so. He also reflected on the 2026 season, saying he has loved driving the car and hopes to continue building on his performances next year.

“I’m very happy to be continuing with Racing Bulls next year. We’ve had a brilliant season together and the team has worked very hard to produce a fast car, which I’ve loved driving. It feels great to be part of a historic season for the team as we continue our fight for P5 in the Constructors’ Championship.

“I’m looking forward to carrying this moment forward with Arvid through to 2027; we’re building something super positive and I’m excited by what we can achieve together,” said Lawson.

The Kiwi driver also added that RB’s performances in 2026 are a ‘testament to the hard work of everyone both at the track and back at the factory’. The team’s main headquarters remains in Faenza, Italy, while its aerodynamic facility has shifted to Milton Keynes in the U.K., within the same campus as its senior team, Red Bull.

Arvid Lindblad Also Confirmed for 2027 as Racing Bulls Lock In Lineup

Alongside Lawson, RB has also confirmed that Arvid Lindblad will be driving for the team in 2027, confirming their whole driver lineup for next year. The young British-Swedish driver has got the desired extension following a largely impressive rookie year.

“Looking back on my first season in F1, it’s been a truly special year, full of new experiences and learnings since the very first pre-season test. I’d like to thank everyone at VCARB and Red Bull for their trust and support.

“I’m incredibly grateful to everyone in the team for their hard work, commitment and collaboration throughout the season, and for the strong relationships we’ve built along the way,” said Lindblad.

Lindblad also added that he cannot wait to get started in 2027, as he is looking forward to building on the experience he has gained in his first year in F1.

The teenager sits 11th in the drivers’ standings after 20 rounds with 38 points to his name.

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