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Honda has insisted there is “not much more we can do” for Yuki Tsunoda, as Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko indicated that 2025 will be decisive in his F1 career.
Yuki Tsunoda is entering his fifth season with Red Bull’s satellite team, Racing Bulls, after missing out on the opportunity to be Max Verstappen’s teammate at the main team. Despite his hopes of promotion, his recent exclusion has prompted speculation about his future with the team, with Arvid Lindblad potentially in line to replace him. Red Bull’s advisor Helmut Marko has emphasized that Tsunoda’s performance against his rookie teammate will determine his future in F1, indicating that a strong showing is essential for his continued presence in the team. Liam Lawson was chosen to replace Sergio Perez at Red Bull due to his mental toughness, a quality that the team believed Tsunoda lacked following a challenging period in the previous season. Tsunoda’s connections with Aston Martin, through their upcoming engine partnership with Honda, raise questions about his potential future outside of Red Bull, as Honda’s support for the driver has evolved over time. Honda Racing Corporation has urged Tsunoda to take control of his career, emphasizing the need for drivers to be proactive in shaping their own paths in F1.
