Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson faced a shocking moment at the Mexico City Grand Prix when he had to slow down to avoid colliding with two track marshals. On the third lap, as Lawson exited the pit lane with a new front wing, he encountered the marshals who were unaware of his presence due to a prior pit stop for repairs.
Expressing his disbelief and concern over the incident, Lawson reacted on the radio, highlighting the potential danger of the situation. Despite the close call, Lawson’s quick reflexes prevented a serious accident, earning praise from his race engineer.
Following the incident, an FIA spokesperson confirmed an ongoing investigation into the matter, focusing on the instructions provided to the marshals by race control during the lead-up to the incident. The spokesperson detailed the sequence of events leading to the near-miss and emphasized the importance of track safety protocols.
Lawson, still shaken by the incident, emphasized the need for a thorough explanation regarding the miscommunication that led to the dangerous situation. He stressed the critical importance of ensuring track safety and preventing similar incidents in the future.
In a separate development, Lando Norris emerged victorious at the Grand Prix, taking the lead in the championship standings with only four races remaining. Norris’ McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri finished fifth, trailing behind in the championship race.
