P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Yuki Tsunoda finished well outside the points in Singapore after experiencing a difficult opening lap.
Yuki Tsunoda referred to the opening lap of the Singapore Grand Prix as the “worst first lap” of his life due to a challenging weekend overall. Despite starting 13th on the grid with soft tires, Tsunoda dropped to 17th on the initial lap at Marina Bay and was compelled to make an early pit-stop given his tire situation. Consequently, he could not run a long race to strive for a better outcome. Ultimately, Tsunoda finished 12th, being lapped, while Max Verstappen secured second place. Tsunoda’s future in Formula 1 appears uncertain after underperforming, managing only a sixth-place finish in Azerbaijan. Reflecting on the difficult start, Tsunoda expressed frustration at having no room to maneuver, emphasizing that he was continuously blocked or covered by other drivers, leading to the significant loss of positions. Despite the challenging start, Tsunoda acknowledged that he may have had room for improvement and was disappointed by the situation as it impacted the rest of his race. He noted that his race pace was the most promising in his Red Bull Racing career, creating a sense of regret for what could have been.
