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Yuki Tsunoda’s future at Red Bull remains a huge talking point.
Racing driver and pundit Sam Bird predicts that Yuki Tsunoda will soon lose his Red Bull F1 seat due to poor performance.
After a promising race in Baku, Tsunoda struggled in Singapore and finished 12th, being lapped by teammate Max Verstappen.
Speculation suggests Tsunoda may be replaced by Racing Bulls rookie Isack Hadjar for the 2026 season.
It is believed Tsunoda is in direct competition with Liam Lawson for a seat at Red Bull’s sister team.
Bird emphasized that Tsunoda’s departure is inevitable, questioning if it will happen before the season ends.
Tsunoda is aware of the pressure to improve and retain his seat, acknowledging the need for consistent strong performances.
He credits Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies for helping him make progress and adjust to the team’s setup.
