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Tsunoda: New RB F1 car already feels like a "really big step"
On Thursday, Yuki Tsunoda and team-mate Daniel Ricciardo completed their first miles with the VCARB 01 during a shakedown at the Italian circuit after a successful launch in Las Vegas where the team unveiled its new identity as Visa Cash App RB. Tsunoda expressed his satisfaction with the new car, stating that it is a significant improvement over last season’s model that finished eighth in the constructors’ standings. Ricciardo also shared positive feedback, emphasizing the joy of being back with Red Bull and feeling good behind the wheel again. The team’s technical director, Jody Egginton, aims for the squad to build on their strong finish from the previous season and maintain competitiveness in the midfield, focusing on extracting maximum performance from the car. Overall, the team is determined to consistently battle for points and establish themselves as a prominent presence in every race.
