Armored future
Yuki Tsunoda remains in Racing Bulls also for 2025. There were no particular doubts about the future of the Japanese driver, one of the great surprise protagonists of this start to the season, but now his fate – at least for next season – has been put black on white. Tsunoda has renewed his contract with the Faenza team, former Alpha Tauri, with which he has competed since his debut season in F1, in 2021. The official announcement arrived a few moments before the start of qualifying for the Canadian GP, as confirmed by on one hand the trust of the Red Bull group in him, on the other the great uncertainty regarding the fate of his teammate, with Daniel Ricciardo’s position appearing increasingly precarious.
The words of Mekies and Tsunoda
“I have been observing Yuki’s progress in Formula 1 with interest since before my return to Faenza and it has been impressive, year after year. – commented Laurent MekiesTeam Principal of the Visa Cash App RB – the step forward he has made this year is simply phenomenal and continues to amaze us all, race after race. There is no doubt about his natural speed, to which he has now added a much more mature approach: this combination makes him a very fast and consistent rider, as well as a great team man. We continue to understand better and better what he needs from us and vice versa, so we are progressing together. We share the same ambitions, so there are many good reasons to continue our journey together. He still has a lot to give“.
“I am very happy to stay with Visa Cash App RB and it is a great feeling to have decided my future so soon – he has declared Tsunodacurrently tenth in the Drivers’ world championship, also ahead of Lance Stroll’s Aston Martin – for this I want to thank all the collaborators at Red Bull and Honda who have played such an important role in my career and will continue to have. The team has a big development project ahead of them and I’m excited to be part of it. It’s nice to know that everyone appreciates the hard work I’ve put in and that the team believes I can help them move up the grid. We have already made clear progress this season and this motivates me to always give my best.”.
