New Zealander steps in after 11 F1 races for RB team Valtteri Bottas rejoins Mercedes as a reserve driver The New Zealander Liam Lawson has been confirmed as Sergio Prezs replacement at Red Bull for next season. It was announced on Wednesday that the Mexican driver had lost his seat after four years as Max Verstappens teammate after a disappointing year. Lawson, who joined the Red Bull Junior Programme in 2019, steps in a