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Yuki Tsunoda has revealed that he was “surprised” by Red Bull’s decision to demote him to a reserve driver role in F1 for 2026.
Yuki Tsunoda expressed his surprise at being demoted to a reserve driver role for the 2026 Formula 1 season by Red Bull.
The Japanese driver had mentally prepared for this outcome, but the confirmation still caught him off guard, particularly following the Qatar Grand Prix.
Despite the setback, Tsunoda maintained his focus on the future and remained optimistic about his next steps in motorsport.
While he will be on the sidelines in F1 next year, Tsunoda hinted at the possibility of competing in a different series in 2026.
For now, Tsunoda plans to rest and begin preparing for the challenges that lie ahead in the upcoming season.
