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Red Bull has conceded that Yuki Tsunoda’s damage in the Italian GP denied the team crucial data as it prepares to decide on its 2026 F1 driver line-up.
Red Bull has acknowledged that Yuki Tsunoda’s floor damage during the Italian Grand Prix affected the team’s data analysis for the 2026 Formula 1 driver line-up decision. Despite a return to the points at Zandvoort, Tsunoda’s top-10 chances were dashed at Monza due to a clash with Liam Lawson. The incident, termed a racing incident by stewards, resulted in significant floor damage for Tsunoda, leading to a 13th place finish. Red Bull’s Laurent Mekies noted the team’s awareness of Tsunoda’s compromised race and the need to review the footage with Tsunoda for insights. Mekies also highlighted Tsunoda’s race struggles relative to teammate Max Verstappen and the necessity to improve race pace. Despite setbacks, Tsunoda’s progress on single-lap pace indicates positive developments within the team.
