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gpfans.com+ 1 moreSun 27 Sep · 18:55 UTC
via f1oversteer.comHonda manager says Yuki Tsunoda must be ‘really disappointed’ with Racing Bulls performance in SpainYuki Tsunoda's performance at the Spanish Grand Prix was disappointing, as he finished in 14th place, his worst result while substituting for Racing Bulls. The driver faced significant challenges after sustaining damage from a collision with Carlos Sainz on the first lap, which hindered his pace throughout the race. Team boss Alan Permane noted that Tsunoda was losing time per lap due to the damage, resulting in a finish nearly 32 seconds behind his teammate Arvid Lindblad, who secured a ninth-place finish.
Honda's young driver manager, Shinji Nakano, expressed that Tsunoda should feel disappointed with his lack of one-lap pace, which affected his qualifying position. Despite the difficulties, Tsunoda had previously shown competitive potential, scoring a point at Monza. As Racing Bulls continue to compete for fifth place in the constructors' standings, there are reports of Tsunoda seeking a seat with Cadillac for the upcoming season.
f1oversteer.comMon 21 Sep · 19:30 UTC
via Formula1.comTsunoda reviews Madrid outing after sustaining 'big damage'Yuki Tsunoda had a challenging outing at the Spanish Grand Prix, finishing in 14th place after a collision with Carlos Sainz at the first corner left his car damaged. This incident hindered his ability to make any progress during the race, which could potentially mark his final appearance in Formula 1. Tsunoda had shown promise earlier in the weekend, qualifying 15th and finishing FP2 in eighth, but the race did not go as planned due to the early contact and subsequent handling issues with his car.
Despite the difficulties, Tsunoda noted that he found some pace after Sainz's pit stop under the Virtual Safety Car, but the damage made overtaking nearly impossible. He expressed disappointment with his performance, stating that he struggled with grip throughout the weekend and that the issues worsened as the event progressed. Tsunoda's teammate, Arvid Lindblad, managed to finish in ninth place, highlighting the contrasting fortunes for the Racing Bulls team.
Formula1.comTue 15 Sep · 14:15 UTC
via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen's Sepang answer has F1 fans falling for him all over againMax Verstappen, the Red Bull Racing driver, provided a humorous response when asked about preparing for the heat at Sepang, stating he had undergone 'intense preparation' but mostly relied on his experience. He compared the conditions to those in Monaco and suggested that spending time in a sauna could help acclimatise to the heat.
Fans reacted positively to Verstappen's candidness, finding him relatable and down-to-earth. Despite his laid-back attitude, he remains passionate about racing and aims to secure at least one win before the season concludes, while acknowledging the competitive edge of Mercedes on various circuits.
Fri 2 Oct · 05:23 UTC
via gpfans.comRalf Schumacher criticises Christian Horner's remarksRalf Schumacher has condemned Christian Horner's comments about former Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko, calling them 'appalling'. Horner's recent memoir includes critical insights regarding Marko and Max Verstappen's early career at Red Bull.
