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Yuki Tsunoda blindsided by Red Bull demotion
Yuki Tsunoda expressed surprise at Red Bull’s decision to demote him for the 2026 F1 season. The Japanese racer struggled after moving from the junior team to the main outfit and faced scrutiny for his performance. Despite being called to replace another driver mid-season, Tsunoda was not able to secure a full-time seat for the next year. Isack Hadjar replaced him at Red Bull and achieved a podium finish at the Dutch GP, further highlighting Tsunoda’s struggles. Tsunoda admitted that the news of his demotion caught him off guard, but he remains optimistic about his future in the sport.
