Racing Bulls achieved a notable result at the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix by securing double points finishes with both Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad breaking into the top 10. Lawson crossed the line in ninth place, closely followed by Lindblad in tenth, marking a solid performance for the team at the Red Bull Ring.
Both drivers qualified well, making it through to Q3 and starting the race from ninth and tenth positions respectively. During the race, Lawson reported an early issue over the radio, describing smoke and a sensation of his brakes being on fire, which also affected his breathing. Fortunately, the problem subsided after a few laps and did not result in any penalties. The stewards investigated Lawson’s alleged practice start infringement but ultimately decided no penalty was warranted.
Lawson expressed satisfaction with the team’s progress, particularly highlighting improvements in long-run pace compared to their previous outing. Lindblad also shared his reflections, noting some personal difficulties with the hard tyres and braking but remained positive about the overall race and the impact of recent upgrades on the car’s performance.
The double points haul helped Racing Bulls narrow the gap to Alpine in the Teams’ Championship, reducing the deficit to 13 points in the battle for fifth place. Lindblad, looking ahead, expressed excitement about his home race at Silverstone and credited the team’s recent upgrades for the improved competitiveness shown in Austria.
Overall, the Austrian Grand Prix demonstrated Racing Bulls’ steady development and ability to capitalize on their qualifying positions. Both drivers managed to convert their starting spots into valuable points, reflecting the team’s ongoing efforts to enhance performance during the 2026 season.
The feedback from Lawson and Lindblad underlines the importance of recent upgrades and the team’s focus on race pace, which could play a key role in their pursuit of higher positions in the championship standings. Their experience in Austria provides a clear reference point for the team as they prepare for upcoming events.
