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Yuki Tsunoda is still “motivated” to prove his worth to Red Bull amid missing out on “easy” points at the F1 Mexico City GP.
Yuki Tsunoda is still motivated to prove his worth to Red Bull, even though he missed out on easy points in the Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix. He had shown good form in the races leading up to Mexico City, with confidence in his RB21 high after receiving updates. Despite qualifying close to his teammate Max Verstappen, Tsunoda couldn’t make it into Q3, but started 10th due to Sainz’s grid penalty. A slow pit-stop and extended stint led to a disappointing 11th place finish for Tsunoda. He expressed frustration at missing out on potential points but found a silver lining in matching Verstappen’s pace.
Looking ahead, Tsunoda aims to secure his spot in Red Bull for 2026. Despite the team delaying a decision, he remains confident in his abilities and hopes his recent performances will speak for him. Tsunoda believes he has maximized his control over the situation and is hopeful Red Bull considers him for next season. He remains motivated for the final races of the season, striving to showcase his potential for the future.
