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Red Bull Promotes Yuki Tsunoda to Senior Team Ahead of Suzuka

The decision to replace Liam Lawson after two races highlights Red Bull's high-pressure driver strategy and ongoing struggles with the RB21 car.

Max Verstappen is second in the drivers' championship standings through two races of the 2025 F1 season.
Formula One F1 - Red Bull Car Culture meet ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix - Tokyo, Japan - April 1, 2025 Red Bull's Yuki Tsunoda poses infront of the car during the event REUTERS/Issei Kato
Lawson (right) has been moved to Racing Bulls from Red Bull after crashing out of the Australian Grand Prix before finishing 15th at the Chinese Grand Prix although he moved up to 12th following the disqualification of three drivers.

Overview

  • Yuki Tsunoda is set to debut for Red Bull Racing at the Japanese Grand Prix, replacing Liam Lawson after his challenging start to the season.
  • Lawson, who failed to score points in Australia and China, expressed disappointment at the abrupt demotion but remains focused on his role with Racing Bulls.
  • Red Bull team principal Christian Horner cited Lawson's struggles with the RB21 car as a key factor in the decision, emphasizing the need for immediate performance improvements.
  • Max Verstappen hinted at his disagreement with the move, describing it as unnecessary and pointing to the RB21's inherent handling difficulties as a broader issue.
  • Tsunoda, stepping into the senior team for his home race, aims to support Verstappen and contribute to car development, though expectations remain tempered.