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Yuki Tsunoda has insisted that comparisons to Max Verstappen will remain “unfair” until he has identical Red Bull machinery to his team-mate in F1.
Yuki Tsunoda stated that being compared to Max Verstappen is unfair until he has the same Red Bull machinery. He emphasized personal progress over matching Verstappen’s performance levels. Despite the struggles and lack of consistent results, Tsunoda showed promise with his best performance at Spa-Francorchamps. However, he faced challenges due to a different car specification compared to Verstappen, highlighting the disparity in experience and machinery between them.
Tsunoda acknowledged the technical difficulties of the RB21, which has particularly affected him due to the team’s focus on Verstappen’s requirements. Despite the obstacles, he remained positive after finishing 13th at Spa and aims to improve in the upcoming races. The Japanese driver is determined to focus on his own progress step by step, knowing there is clear potential for improvement within the team.
