Lawson finishes fifth at Suzuka as frightening high-speed crash ends race early

Liam Lawson’s 2023 Super Formula title aspirations are hanging by a thread after this evening’s 31-lap race was called after just four were completed due to a frightening high-speed crash in the mid-field. Severe damage to catch-fencing meant the race was unable to resume, and half-points were awarded to competitors based on their position at …