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F1 star issues ‘frustrating’ farewell message as driver exit confirmed
Yuki Tsunoda received a ‘frustrating’ farewell message from Red Bull after his last race with the team. Red Bull announced Isack Hadjar as Tsunoda’s replacement for 2026, with Arvid Lindblad joining Liam Lawson as the main team’s drivers. Tsunoda was demoted to a test and reserve driver role. In his final race for Red Bull, Tsunoda’s aggressive defending against Lando Norris resulted in a penalty, hindering Max Verstappen’s title chances. Reflecting on his exit, Tsunoda expressed mixed feelings about leaving the team and his regrets regarding the Racing Bulls car development. He acknowledged the team’s support and his performance compared to teammate Max Verstappen.
