Red Bull junior Liam Lawson saw his first action in Formula 1 this season, getting his eye in over five rounds as a stand-in for the injured Daniel Ricciardo.
But what was going on in the team’s garage at the Yas Marina circuit before last weekend’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?
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Derek Edwards
2nd December 2023, 10:17
Somehow we need to make you look sad for Franz’s farewell photo.
Jere (@jerejj)
2nd December 2023, 10:59
The best.
Ludewig
2nd December 2023, 10:33
The bionic upgrade…..is done.
Cyberaxiom (@dave-m)
2nd December 2023, 10:35
Shall we just rebrand ourselves to Alpha Sore-Eye?
DavidS (@davids)
2nd December 2023, 10:50
“Mate, I swear it was a total accident”
Jere (@jerejj)
2nd December 2023, 10:59
I even read that in his voice.
Nulla Pax (@nullapax)
2nd December 2023, 11:06
“When you awake, you will not remember being hypnotised,
and you will stop pestering us for Daniel’s seat next season.”
j sc
2nd December 2023, 11:31
The Redbull eye vision implant is mandatory for all Redbull drivers. This is so that Mr Marko can track you on and off track.
tielemst
2nd December 2023, 11:50
“Sorry Liam, your eyes go to Checo. Team orders and he needs them more than you do.”
Staffan
2nd December 2023, 12:23
”it’s just some sour negotiation drops”
Goriot
2nd December 2023, 13:06
Yes, but Aston-Martin has “lens” Stroll…
James Bond (@jamesbond)
2nd December 2023, 13:11
With only one eye left you will be Marko’s favourite.
Dean Stewart
2nd December 2023, 14:18
“Definitely easier than an engine change, watch this….”
Red Andy (@red-andy)
2nd December 2023, 14:59
As a flying pig soars above the AlphaTauri garage, Liam Lawson evaluates his chances of securing a full-time race seat with the team.
RBAlonso (@rbalonso)
2nd December 2023, 15:16
No Liam, Daniel asked for dry ICE
Electroball76
2nd December 2023, 17:16
Relax Liam, you’ll get used to it. Red Bull likes to drop the drivers on a regular basis.
Nulla Pax (@nullapax)
2nd December 2023, 20:02
Oh yes – very good ;)
Coventry Climax
3rd December 2023, 14:21
By far the best to date.
(Even if it likely should have been .. their drivers ..)
EffWunFan (@cairnsfella)
3rd December 2023, 2:09
Young Liam falls for the old ‘follow my hand’ prank, as he gets a sharp jab to the throat.
EffWunFan (@cairnsfella)
3rd December 2023, 2:12
All potential Max Verstappen teammates have to undergo some unique training, including the ‘look up at Max from the lower podium steps’ exercise.
Todfod (@todfod)
3rd December 2023, 7:55
“Daniel… spraying Tabasco in Liam’s eye is not funny”
Jeanrien (@jeanrien)
3rd December 2023, 8:24
AT searching for someone that looks like a champion
Urvaksh (@thedoctor03)
3rd December 2023, 10:51
Ricciardo: “I know Alpha Tauri have patented these ‘no more tears’ eye drops but they are for discarded drivers only, mate. Don’t do this.”
Roth Man (@rdotquestionmark)
4th December 2023, 14:26
Liam has to receive urgent medical treatment after unfortunately walking in on Christian and Geri.