In a shocking move, Red Bull announced that Yuki Tsunoda will take over Liam Lawson's seat for the 2025 Formula 1 season, starting at the Japanese Grand Prix. Lawson, who struggled to adapt to the challenging RB21 car, will be demoted to Red Bull's sister team, Racing Bulls. Tsunoda, with the support of engine partner Honda, will make his debut for Red Bull on home soil, hoping to achieve better results than Lawson. F1 legend Damon Hill and Red Bull team principal Christian Horner have already shared their thoughts on this drastic driver change.
Red Bull has officially announced that Yuki Tsunoda will take over from Liam Lawson and drive alongside Max Verstappen starting at the Japanese Grand Prix. This decision comes after Lawson's dismal performance in the first two races of the F1 season. Tsunoda, who has already shown strong pace, will be aiming to help Red Bull claim both the World Drivers' and Constructors' titles.
Yuki Tsunoda expressed his gratitude towards McLaren boss Zak Brown after the latter's comments about him being a potential Red Bull driver. Tsunoda's impressive performance at the F1 Australian Grand Prix has raised speculation about his future in the sport. This comes in contrast to Red Bull's current reserve driver Liam Lawson, who had a difficult weekend. Tsunoda, however, remains focused on continuing to perform well on the track.
Red Bull's young driver Liam Lawson has faced another setback in his debut season, qualifying last for the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint. This follows a difficult start in Australia and has prompted some to question the team's decision to overlook Yuki Tsunoda for a driver position. Despite only having one hour of practice on an unfamiliar track, Lawson's teammate Max Verstappen was able to outpace him by seven-tenths. Commentators have expressed sympathy for the 23-year-old and his struggles with the Pirelli tyres, but he still has a chance to redeem himself in the race.
In a surprise show of speed, rookie Yuki Tsunoda wowed viewers with his impressive qualifying lap at the Australian Grand Prix. Despite being overshadowed by the battle for pole position, the Japanese driver managed to secure the fifth spot on the grid, out-pacing seasoned veterans from Ferrari and Mercedes. This comes as a response to Red Bull's recent snub, which saw Tsunoda's fellow rookie Liam Lawson get the coveted seat next to Max Verstappen. With this being his highest-ever grid slot at the Australian Grand Prix, all eyes are on Tsunoda as he proves his worth in the Racing Bull team.
In a thrilling qualifying session for the Formula 1 season opener in Australia, Racing Bulls driver Yuki Tsunoda put together a "magic lap" to secure fifth place on the grid. The 24-year-old outperformed his teammate Max Verstappen and beat his predecessor Liam Lawson in impressive fashion. Tsunoda credited his team for giving him a strong car and expressed confidence in his wet-weather set-up, as rain is forecasted for race day.
In a thrilling final practice session at the Australian Grand Prix, Lando Norris of McLaren snags the pole position, with his teammate Oscar Piastri completing the all-McLaren front row. Max Verstappen of Red Bull takes the third spot, followed by George Russell of Williams and Yuki Tsunoda of AlphaTauri. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton settle for seventh and eighth positions respectively. Tune in to Radio 5 Live for live commentary (UK only) and join the conversation with #bbcf1.
Japanese basketball star Yuki Kawamura and Memphis Grizzlies' point guard Ja Morant have formed a strong bond despite cultural and language barriers. Their friendship, which began on the court, has extended off the court, with Ja even giving Yuki a special nickname. While Yuki struggles with communication, the duo's chemistry on and off the court is undeniable, earning them a spot as one of the most dynamic duos in the league.
As Red Bull prepares to make a decision on their 2025 Formula 1 driver lineup, Yuki Tsunoda's recent performance has put him in the lead for a promotion to the senior team. Despite strong competition from his teammate Liam Lawson, Tsunoda impressed team staff with his feedback during a post-season test. With Sergio Perez's struggles in the RB20 machine, it seems likely that Tsunoda will be chosen to partner Max Verstappen in the upcoming season.
Red Bull has announced that Sergio Perez will no longer be racing for the team, leaving his seat next to world champion Max Verstappen open for the 2025 season. The team is currently deciding between Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda as Perez's replacement, with team principal Christian Horner stating that it will be a choice between the two drivers. Red Bull has yet to officially announce who will fill the seat, but Sky Sports has understood for several weeks that Lawson will be promoted from the junior team.