Overview

• Yuki Tsunoda has amassed just seven points since stepping into the second Red Bull seat and missed Q3 in his last three grands prix, leaving him significantly off Verstappen’s pace.
• Red Bull has not ruled out another driver swap and is actively evaluating Tsunoda’s results ahead of a potential promotion for Racing Bulls standout Isack Hadjar.
• Christian Horner insists Tsunoda will receive continued support and setup adjustments to help him adapt to a car engineered around Verstappen’s driving style.
• Analysts point out that Red Bull’s RB20 has been honed to Verstappen’s preferences, creating a steep learning curve for successive teammates.
• Max Verstappen has defended Tsunoda’s performances, noting that the team has long struggled to find a second driver capable of matching his consistency.