New video footage has surfaced revealing the close call Liam Lawson had with two track marshals who hurried across the track during the Mexico City Grand Prix. The Racing Bulls driver had to slow down to avoid a potential disaster on the third lap of the race weekend.
Despite being informed about debris on the track and instructed to wait for all cars to pass before entering, the marshals at turn one seemed unaware that Lawson had already made a pit stop for a front wing replacement following damage on the first lap.
Expressing shock over the radio, the 23-year-old exclaimed his disbelief at the situation, highlighting the dangerous scenario that unfolded and acknowledging the near-miss with the marshals. Footage from the sidelines emphasized the risks faced by the track officials and praised Lawson’s quick reactions that averted a potential catastrophe.
In retrospect, Lawson expressed astonishment at the incident, emphasizing the need for clear communication and safety protocols to prevent such occurrences in the future. He called the situation unacceptable and questioned the decision-making that led to such a hazardous situation.
The FIA issued a statement addressing the incident, stating that an investigation is ongoing to determine the sequence of events and understand how the risky situation unfolded. Race control had been alerted about debris on the track and had marshals on standby to address the issue, but the situation escalated due to miscommunication and unforeseen circumstances.
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