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Audi is reported to be weighing up a potential move for Yuki Tsunoda as Carlos Sainz’s entourage continues conversations with Williams over a 2025 Formula 1 seat. Tsunoda has been a standout name in the opening eight rounds this term, scoring points in five races and outshining his more illustrious team-mate Daniel Ricciardo. But while […]
Tsunoda has impressed in the first eight races of the season, scoring points in five races and overshadowing his teammate Ricciardo. Despite Tsunoda’s desire to move up to Red Bull, the team is not currently interested in that proposition. However, Tsunoda is open to leaving the Red Bull stable if he doesn’t see a path forward, potentially leading to offers from other teams like Haas or Audi.
There are talks of Sainz potentially joining Williams as he considers his post-Ferrari options. Williams is working on strengthening its foundation to become more competitive in the future.
Esteban Ocon is being considered by Audi as an alternative to Sainz, but Ocon is reportedly hesitant about leaving Alpine. Ocon is also discussing a possible move to Haas, which would give the American team a driver with race-winning experience.
Audi seems interested in Tsunoda’s performances and might take advantage of Red Bull’s hesitation. Red Bull holds an option on Tsunoda’s services until September, and they prefer to keep him, but Tsunoda leaving could open up opportunities for reserve driver Liam Lawson. Lawson has shown promise filling in for Ricciardo in the past and could be a viable option for Red Bull.
