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Yuki Tsunoda has admitted that his contract with Red Bull has denied him the chance to explore potential opportunities elsewhere within F1 in previous years.
Yuki Tsunoda has acknowledged that his Red Bull contract hindered his ability to explore potential opportunities with other Formula 1 teams in previous years. Due to recent announcements, Tsunoda will not have a race seat with either of the Red Bull teams next season and will start on the sidelines. Despite being promoted to Red Bull’s senior setup earlier in the season, he has struggled to match his teammate, Max Verstappen, and currently sits in 15th place in the Drivers’ Championship. Red Bull has selected Isack Hadjar as Verstappen’s new teammate, leaving Tsunoda disappointed about his situation. Tsunoda has revealed that he had received interest from external teams in the past but was unable to pursue them due to his contract obligations with Red Bull, making it his priority over the years. He sees his upcoming test and reserve role as a valuable opportunity for learning and growth, aiming to stay prepared for any potential racing opportunities that may arise in the future.
