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Red Bull questioned over Tsunoda ‘mistake’ that could have cost Verstappen F1 title
Sky Sports F1 personality Ted Kravitz has raised concerns regarding Red Bull’s decision to inform Yuki Tsunoda of his dismissal from his full-time F1 seat before the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Prior to the season finale, the title battle between Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, and Tsunoda’s teammate Max Verstappen was intense, with Verstappen needing a victory to take the championship. Kravitz questions why Red Bull didn’t wait to sack Tsunoda until after the race to potentially aid Verstappen. Tsunoda’s lack of motivation following the early news was evident during the race, where he failed to defend against Norris and subsequently received a penalty. Though Kravitz hinted at a more aggressive defense strategy to help Verstappen, he acknowledged the risks involved. Tsunoda’s lackluster performance in Abu Dhabi concluded his stint as Verstappen’s teammate, with him now set to serve as Red Bull’s F1 test and reserve driver.
