ROSEMARY ABBOTT | Sport
HAPPY DAYS
Liam Lawson has had to keep his emotions in check over the past few days.
In a dramatic turn of events, Red Bull Racing has announced that New Zealand’s Liam Lawson will be stepping into the seat of Daniel Ricciardo for the remainder of the 2024 F1 season with Red Bull.
As fans come to terms with the departure of Ricciardo, famously known as the “Smiliest Man in Motorsport,” 22 year-old Lawson has been quick to assure the world that he will be tempering his excitement accordingly.
“I mean, sure, it’s my childhood dream come true,” said Lawson, visibly holding back a grin that could rival a Cheshire cat.
“Look, I don’t want to upset anyone, but if I smile too much, it’ll seem like I’m celebrating taking Daniel’s spot”” he explained, eyebrows furrowed in a display of seriousness rarely seen in F1.
“Besides, I’m a Kiwi. Our idea of showing joy is managing not to look completely miserable. I know this has angered some Aussie fans the way he was cast aside. But look, I’ll try not to look so happy about it.”
More to come.
Big fan of the Whakataki? Head over to the support page and become a Whakataki backer. You can also follow us on Insta.
