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Red Bull admitted that it “killed” a points-scoring finish for Yuki Tsunoda in the F1 Mexico GP, as part of a team plan to help Max Verstappen.
Red Bull admitted to sacrificing a points-scoring finish for Yuki Tsunoda in the F1 Mexico City Grand Prix to benefit Max Verstappen. Despite starting 10th, Tsunoda finished 11th, narrowly missing out on points. Tsunoda’s performance and potential close proximity to Verstappen in Mexico prompted Red Bull to reconsider their 2026 driver decision. Team Principal Laurent Mekies confirmed the altered race plan for Tsunoda, extending his first stint to block rivals before Verstappen’s pitstop. Red Bull acknowledged that they indirectly hindered Tsunoda’s chance of scoring points, but praised his progress, delaying the driver decision. Tsunoda expressed frustration at missed opportunities, stating that some situations were out of his control despite maximizing his efforts.
