Yuki Tsunoda
Born: May 11, 2000 (age 23)
Height: 5' 2.5" (159cm)
Hometown: Sagamihara, Japan
Nationality: Japanese
Team: RB
Sports Mole has 210 articles about Yuki Tsunoda. Articles 1 to 40:
Marko discusses F1 prospects for Ricciardo, Sainz, Perez and Lawson
Carlos Sainz appears more likely to join Audi-owned Sauber than to return to the Red Bull family next year, according to insights from Red Bull's influential Austrian F1 advisor, Dr Helmut Marko. He does, however, admit to "talking to him" about Sainz's next move away from Ferrari.
Apr 18, 08:10
'No plan B' to Alonso for Aston Martin - De la Rosa
Momentum is building towards a deal to keep Fernando Alonso at Aston Martin beyond 2024.
Apr 10, 08:35
Lawson could replace Ricciardo soon - Van der Garde
Daniel Ricciardo could be on his last legs in Formula 1, former driver Giedo van der Garde is warning.
Apr 10, 08:32
Red Bull not ruling out 2025 promotion for Tsunoda
Yuki Tsunoda has leapt into contention to secure a promotion to Red Bull's top team for 2025.
Apr 8, 09:20
Max Verstappen back on top at Japanese Grand Prix
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen returns to the winners' circle with victory in Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix.
Apr 7, 09:18
RB sceptical about Ricciardo's chassis switch
Team racing director Alan Permane is sceptical a change of chassis for Daniel Ricciardo will make any difference for the struggling Australian.
Apr 6, 08:46
Max Verstappen secures pole for Japanese Grand Prix
Max Verstappen secures pole position for Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix ahead of Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez.
Apr 6, 08:04
Ricciardo ponders over potential flaw in chassis amid latest slump
Daniel Ricciardo has begun to question whether switching chassis could be the solution to his recent downturn in performance. The 34-year-old Australian had hoped to make a strong impression in the RB cockpit this season to secure a return to the main Red Bull Racing team. Yet, it is his teammate Yuki Tsunoda who currently dominates the team dynamic.
Apr 5, 07:31
Yuki Tsunoda: Rising above emotion for F1 success
Yuki Tsunoda is ambitiously aiming for a top position in Formula 1, asserting his mature readiness for such a role.
Apr 2, 17:45
Carlos Sainz Sr seeks title-contending seat for son in 2025
Toto Wolff joins Christian Horner in spotlighting Carlos Sainz as a potential candidate for a premier racing seat in 2025. Despite his standout performance as the sole driver to eclipse a Red Bull in the last two seasons, Sainz remains uncontracted for the upcoming year.
Mar 27, 08:15
Marko clarifies Ricciardo's position amid Lawson rumours
Dr. Helmut Marko has quashed speculation about Daniel Ricciardo being given a two-race window to improve his performances or face replacement at RB by Liam Lawson before the Miami Grand Prix. German media outlets report that team owner Red Bull's chief advisor Marko rebutted these claims, which originated from New Zealand publications, following Ricciardo's difficulties in outperforming Yuki Tsunoda in the 2024 season so far.
Mar 27, 08:11
Clock ticking for Ricciardo: Red Bull's two-race ultimatum
Daniel Ricciardo's candle in Formula 1 might be close to being blown out, with possibly just two races left to secure his position.
Mar 26, 08:41
Yuki Tsunoda's rising star: Marko eyes him for top Red Bull seat
Yuki Tsunoda's prospects within Formula 1 are quickly brightening, as Red Bull deliberates on future driver shifts. This year pits him against the once-favored Daniel Ricciardo for Sergio Perez's current seat at Red Bull next season, within their junior F1 team.
Mar 25, 08:05
Changing guard: Tsunoda's rise and Ricciardo's likely F1 exit
As one driver sets his sights on ascending to the very pinnacle of the Formula 1 grid, his teammate appears to be approaching the sport's exit.
Mar 24, 13:10
Carlos Sainz Jr wins Australian Grand Prix after early Max Verstappen retirement
Carlos Sainz Jr wins the Australian Grand Prix - just 16 days after appendix surgery - after Max Verstappen suffers an early retirement in his Red Bull.
Mar 24, 08:06
Max Verstappen edges out Carlos Sainz Jr for Australian Grand Prix pole
Max Verstappen again qualifies on pole for the Australian Grand Prix, sealing first place on the grid for the third time this season.
Mar 23, 09:17
Marko signals change as Ricciardo and Tsunoda struggle
A major decision is looming large for Sergio Perez, Daniel Ricciardo, and Yuki Tsunoda, as they navigate Red Bull's notorious sword of Damocles.
Mar 23, 08:41
Ricciardo hits back at rumours of F1 career end
Daniel Ricciardo tried to put a swift end to speculation his days in Formula 1 are coming to an end.
Mar 19, 06:47
Max Verstappen claims pole for Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
Defending world champion Max Verstappen cruises to pole for Saturday's Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.
Mar 8, 18:06
Tsunoda at Aston Martin would be 'great' - Honda
Honda says no decision has been taken as to whether Yuki Tsunoda will move on from the Red Bull family next year.
Mar 6, 07:02
Acceptable to call rebranded F1 team 'RB' - boss
It's acceptable for fans and the media to call the rebranded Alpha Tauri team 'Racing Bulls' or simply 'RB', CEO Peter Bayer says.
Mar 4, 07:25
Ricciardo expects A-B team saga to 'calm down'
Daniel Ricciardo thinks the controversy surrounding RB's relationship with the senior team Red Bull Racing will "calm down" early in 2024.
Feb 29, 07:49
Sainz 'probably' won't wait for Red Bull decision - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko openly admits that at least three drivers, and potentially four or more, are eyeing Sergio Perez's Red Bull seat for 2025.
Feb 27, 08:50
Sainz not surprised at Red Bull's early 2024 pace
As Formula 1 gets to the end of the sole pre-season test, the feeling up and down the Bahrain pitlane is unanimous - Red Bull still has easily the fastest car.
Feb 23, 07:15
Tsunoda plays down claims of 2024 Red Bull 'clone'
Yuki Tsunoda has played down suggestions the ever-closer relationship between the former Alpha Tauri team and its big-brother Red Bull Racing have ramped up expectations for 2024.
Feb 23, 07:15
Nothing illegal about Red Bull-RB relationship - CEO
The CEO of the team formerly known as Alpha Tauri insists its closer-than-before relationship with parent team Red Bull Racing is above board.
Feb 21, 06:37
Similar Red Bull, RB cars 'raises questions'
As some of their rivals feared, it appears that the sister team formerly known as Alpha Tauri has indeed taken big technical steps closer to Red Bull Racing.
Feb 19, 07:15
Closer Red Bull relationship an 'advantage' - Mekies
Daniel Ricciardo is eyeing the podium in 2024, as the former Alpha Tauri team moves ever closer in its technical alliance with big-brother team Red Bull Racing.
Feb 12, 06:22
Albers tips Lawson for shock 2024 F1 seat
Liam Lawson should have been promoted to a full-time Formula 1 seat for 2024, according to former F1 driver Christijan Albers.
Jan 23, 05:50
Verstappen's marketing team grows to 35 people
Max Verstappen's personal marketing team has swollen to no fewer than 35 people - and they are even beginning to look beyond his Formula 1 career.
Dec 22, 07:06
Perez lacking confidence next to Verstappen - Bottas
The key to Sergio Perez upping his game and hanging onto his Red Bull seat beyond 2024 is confidence.
Dec 22, 07:04
New CEO insists Tsunoda 'has to deliver' in 2024
Yuki Tsunoda may be on his last chance to shine in Formula 1 next year.
Dec 14, 07:52
De Vries didn't get 'fair chance' in F1
Nyck de Vries didn't get a "fair chance" to shine in Formula 1, according to fellow Dutchman Tom Coronel.
Dec 11, 06:30
Red Bull return rumours make Ricciardo 'smile'
Daniel Ricciardo, who voluntarily left Red Bull for 2019 to embark on his ill-fated adventures at Renault and McLaren, says he just smiles when he hears rumours linking him with a potential return to Red Bull's top team.
Nov 29, 06:46
Max Verstappen ends season with win in Abu Dhabi
Max Verstappen ends the 2023 Formula 1 season with victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, his 19th win of the campaign.
Nov 26, 15:55
Max Verstappen cruises to victory in Brazilian Grand Prix
Already-crowned champion Max Verstappen cruises to yet another victory in Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix.
Nov 5, 19:11
'24 Red Bull return would be 'fairytale' - Ricciardo
Daniel Ricciardo admits it's his "dream" to be told by his Red Bull bosses that he's returning to the premier team for 2024.
Nov 5, 05:44
Max Verstappen claims Brazilian Grand Prix Sprint victory
World champion Max Verstappen claims his latest victory of the 2023 season by winning the Brazilian Grand Prix Sprint race.
Nov 4, 19:10
Verstappen feels 'safe' with Mexico GP bodyguards
Max Verstappen entered the Mexico GP paddock on Thursday flanked by two large bodyguards.
Oct 27, 07:33
Red Bull set to cull F1 junior driver program
Red Bull is taking the axe to much of its famous and notorious young driver development program.
Oct 25, 07:22