P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Yuki Tsunoda is set the start the Belgian Grand Prix at the back of the grid, with a power unit change planned for his RB.
Yuki Tsunoda is set to start the Belgian Grand Prix from the back of the grid as RB’s sporting director confirms he will take a power unit penalty due to exceeding the maximum usage limit of engine components. The FIA has verified that Tsunoda has used the maximum allowed number of parts for various crucial components such as the Internal Combustion Engine, Turbo Charger, and Motor Generator Units. RB’s statement indicates that Tsunoda’s penalty will result in a back-of-grid start, rather than just a 10-place drop, making Saturday’s qualifying session largely irrelevant for the Japanese driver. The specific parts that will be replaced in his RB car have not been disclosed yet, but it is expected to involve multiple elements. This development underscores the challenges Tsunoda is facing and the strategic considerations RB must navigate in the upcoming race.
