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Axed Red Bull driver Tsunoda claims he will be F1 world champion… this season!
Despite not having a race seat currently, Yuki Tsunoda claimed he will become champion in 2026, sparking shock among fans and the racing community.
After losing his seat at the end of 2025, Tsunoda was demoted to the role of reserve driver at Red Bull, where he also participates in showruns around the world.
During a recent event in San Francisco, Tsunoda drove Sebastian Vettel’s 2011 RB7, expressing his confidence in becoming champion as soon as he gets back on the grid.
Despite a fiery end to the showrun, where the RB7 burst into flames after Tsunoda did some burnouts, no injuries were reported, and the fire was quickly extinguished.
Tsunoda’s bold statement of reclaiming a race seat and winning the championship was met with cheers from the crowd, showcasing his determination and ambition in the sport.
