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Yuki Tsunoda’s hopes of unlocking the answers he needs to turnaround his lack of form have received a timely boost this week with a double Formula 1 test for Red Bull
Yuki Tsunoda has had a significant opportunity to address his recent struggles in Formula 1 with double test days for Red Bull this week at Barcelona, following his disappointing result at the Spanish Grand Prix.
After finishing last on the grid in Spain, Tsunoda expressed confusion about his performance and lack of pace, which prompted the team to organize valuable test sessions for him at the same circuit.
His test sessions included running Red Bull’s 2026 rules mule car and a day of Testing of Previous Car (TPC) in a modified RB19, aimed at improving his understanding and performance with the current car.
These tests provide Tsunoda the chance to experiment with setups and gain insights into the team’s ground effect challengers, addressing the concerns raised during the last race weekend.
The strict regulations around mule car testing ensure that teams like Red Bull cannot gain unwarranted advantages for their current campaigns, focusing on development for the future seasons without compromising the integrity of the sport.
Tsunoda’s determination to overcome his challenges and enhance his performance was evident throughout the testing sessions, signaling a proactive approach from both the driver and the team.
