Yuki Tsunoda Struggles in Home Grand Prix Qualifying, Finishes 15th for Red Bull
Source: news.source.inquirer
Yuki Tsunoda expressed frustration after finishing 15th in his first qualifying session for Red Bull at the Japanese Grand Prix. Despite showing promise in practice, Tsunoda was unable to perform well in the crucial final lap, leading to his early exit in Q2. The Japanese driver, who replaced Liam Lawson at Red Bull, remains optimistic about understanding the car better but was disappointed with the result at his home race.
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Yuki Tsunoda finished 15th in his first Red Bull qualifying session at the Japanese Grand Prix.
Tsunoda was eliminated in Q2, one place behind the driver he replaced, Liam Lawson.
He expressed frustration over a poor warmup and a messy first sector in his final lap.
Despite the disappointing result, Tsunoda feels he is starting to understand the Red Bull car better.
Max Verstappen criticized the decision to swap Tsunoda and Lawson.
Red Bull principal Christian Horner remains supportive, believing Tsunoda can bounce back in the race.
