Liam Lawson Announced as Fan-Favourite Daniel Ricciardo’s Replacement at VCARB F1 for 2024 Season

Formula One has been going through a topsy-turvy ride after one of the most likeable and popular drivers bid farewell to the sport. The Singapore GP served as the last of VCARB star and Australian driver Daniel Ricciardo, as he was released by the team after the race. Team RB has named Ricciardo's replacement for the rest of the 2024 season, and it will be Liam Lawson who will be in the car and race for Red Bull Racing's sister franchise.

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NZ’s Liam Lawson to Take over Daniel Ricciardo’s Spot After AUS Driver’s Exit From VCARB F1 

The Red-Bull owned VCARB F1 Team has already announced the release of driver Daniel Ricciardo from the side, and it has been officially revealed that 22-year-old Liam Lawson will take Daniel's place in the team, at least for the remainder of the 2024 season.

After Ricciardo broke his hand in a crash last year, Lawson filled in for him and participated in five Formula One races, with a best finish of ninth. Having started as a Red Bull reserve driver in 2022, Liam Lawson made his Grand Prix debut in Zandvoort when Daniel Ricciardo was hurt in the previous season. He finished ninth at the Singapore GP and scored points for the team during his five-race run. Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda will end the season together at RB. 

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Daniel Ricciardo was aware that the Singapore GP would be his last, and he was able to deliver his absolute best. The Australian driver set the fastest lap of the race, which was a boon in disguise for his former Red Bull partner Max Verstappen as he engaged in a cut-throat competition with McLaren's Lando Norris for the Drivers Championship Title.

After the race, Ricciardo sat for an unusually long time in the car as he savoured his final moments in the team. While walking back to the paddock, he received a guard of honour from the members of the team as they applauded him.