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Red Bull has revealed Yuki Tsunoda’s gap to Max Verstappen will be the “main parameter” upon which his chances of retaining his seat in F1 will be assessed.
Red Bull will evaluate Yuki Tsunoda’s progress based on his performance relative to Max Verstappen’s pace. Isack Hadjar, Tsunoda’s teammate at Racing Bulls, impressed with a podium finish at the Dutch Grand Prix. Hadjar outscored Tsunoda in a single race, showcasing his potential to challenge for a Red Bull seat. Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies emphasized that the decision on drivers for 2026 will not be rushed based on one weekend’s results. Tsunoda’s challenge lies in narrowing the gap to Verstappen’s performance and consistently scoring points in the remaining races. The team will closely monitor Tsunoda’s progress over the next nine races to determine his future with Red Bull.
