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Honda has claimed that it is prepared to continue supporting Yuki Tsunoda’s career in Formula 1 past the marque’s partnership
The Japanese manufacturer initially planned to leave F1 but changed its decision to become a supplier to Aston Martin starting in 2026 due to a regulation change. This move means that Honda will no longer have a direct partnership with Tsunoda in terms of performance, as he entered F1 in 2021 through Red Bull’s support. Honda hopes that Tsunoda can eventually make his way to the senior Red Bull team even after their departure from the sport. Tsunoda’s potential future at Aston Martin is being considered, especially with Alonso’s contract extension and discussions with Lance Stroll in progress. Honda is open to maintaining ties with Tsunoda despite the shift in team relationships and sees the possibility of supporting him as he develops into a top driver. While there are no current plans for Tsunoda to join a Honda customer team, the future holds potential for such collaborations, but expansion in this area is not currently on the agenda.
