P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Yuki Tsunoda was only 18th quickest in Austrian Grand Prix qualifying, yet again falling in Q1 whilst Max Verstappen made Q3.
Yuki Tsunoda admitted that he is struggling to adjust to sudden changes from Red Bull during races, unlike his teammate Max Verstappen, who can adapt quickly.
Despite being only 0.263s slower than Verstappen in Q1 at the Austrian Grand Prix, Tsunoda was eliminated in Q1, marking his third consecutive race falling out in Q1.
Tsunoda expressed his frustration at not being able to properly execute in qualifying due to unexpected balance shifts in the RB21, while Verstappen also faced challenges with the car’s drivability in Q2.
The Japanese driver acknowledged his need to improve his qualifying performance and adaptability, recognizing the need for consistency in handling the narrow operating window of the RB21.
Tsunoda highlighted that although the RB21 is a difficult car to drive, it is not impossible to handle, emphasizing the importance of making progress and learning from his experiences on the track.
