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Tsunoda could face Red Bull axe ‘BEFORE end of 2025’
Former F1 team boss suggests Yuki Tsunoda’s potential sacking from Red Bull before 2025 ends due to lackluster performance and struggles to score points consistently alongside Max Verstappen. Guenther Steiner voices concern on Red Flags Podcast, mentioning Tsunoda’s urgent need for improved performance to secure his spot on the team. Speculation grows after Red Bull’s recent dismissal of team principal Christian Horner, amidst concerns over Verstappen’s future and disappointing results in the championship standings. Despite Verstappen’s competitiveness and pole positions, struggles persist for Red Bull’s second car driven by Tsunoda, raising doubts about his long-term prospects within the team as newer talents like Isack Hadjar impress. Verstappen’s potential exit in 2026 and ongoing struggles underline the pressure on Tsunoda to deliver better results for Red Bull.
