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Tsunoda details extensive damage from Perez contact
Yuki Tsunoda has revealed that Sergio Perez caused significant damage to his AlphaTauri during their collision on the first lap of the Singapore Grand Prix. Despite starting in 15th and 13th positions, respectively, Perez attempted to overtake Tsunoda on the inside of Turn 5 but misjudged the move and collided with the right-hand side of Tsunoda’s AT04. Tsunoda managed to continue until Turn 14, where he had to retire, meaning that he hasn’t completed a racing lap in the past two races, as his car failed on the formation lap at the Italian Grand Prix. Tsunoda expressed frustration, as he believed there was potential in the car, highlighted by his teammate Liam Lawson’s ninth-place finish. However, the collision resulted in severe damage to the sidepods, leading to a loss of aerodynamics and grip, ultimately forcing Tsunoda to retire. Despite this setback, Tsunoda remains determined to bounce back strongly at the upcoming race in Suzuka.
Source: RacingNews 365
