Liam Lawson has marked his Formula One return with a points finish, taking ninth place at the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. In his first Grand Prix since October last year, the

The grin is gone from the Formula 1 grid. In its place is a Kiwi looking to make the most of another chance to impress.

New Zealand driver Liam Lawson has finished ninth in the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. The top-10 finish is a huge boost for the RB racing team's 22-year old. Charles Leclerc won the race, from Ferrari team-mate Carlos Sainz.