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Lawson says comfort gains helped close gap to Verstappen at Dutch GP
Reports said Liam Lawson nearly matched Max Verstappen on data after his return to Red Bull at the Dutch Grand Prix. Lawson also identified a key difference at Red Bull that he said made him feel more comfortable on his surprise comeback.
F1 Hub Newsroom
August 22, 2026
Multiple reports said data from the Dutch Grand Prix showed Liam Lawson came close to matching team-mate Max Verstappen after returning to Red Bull.
Lawson described his appearance at Zandvoort as a surprise return. He also said a key difference at Red Bull had helped him feel more comfortable in the car.
Taken together, the reports linked Lawson’s improved comfort level with a stronger showing alongside Verstappen at the Dutch GP.