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Christian Horner quizzed on Yuki Tsunoda’s Red Bull F1 future amid struggles
Christian Horner declined to provide a direct answer when questioned about the possibility of a second F1 driver change for Red Bull due to Yuki Tsunoda’s ongoing challenges in form. Tsunoda has faced difficulties keeping up with his teammate Max Verstappen. Despite making it into Q3 and earning points, Tsunoda’s performance at the recent Spanish Grand Prix was lackluster. Red Bull attributed Tsunoda’s poor qualifying result to an incorrect setup choice, but he failed to make significant progress during the race. Horner emphasized the importance of giving Tsunoda time, support, and a setup that boosts his confidence in driving the cars. The team remains patient with Tsunoda, recognizing his speed and potential to deliver better performances. Meanwhile, Racing Bulls’ Isack Hadjar has been a standout performer in the season, potentially setting him up as the next contender for a promotion to Red Bull. Hadjar has outshone Liam Lawson consistently, but he may face challenges similar to past Red Bull drivers like Alex Albon, Pierre Gasly, and Sergio Perez when paired with Verstappen.
