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Red Bull F1 Driver Dilemma: Tsunoda’s Future Hangs by a Thread Amid Shocking Transfer Turmoil

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
September 8, 2025
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Red Bull F1 Driver Dilemma: Tsunoda’s Future Hangs by a Thread Amid Shocking Transfer Turmoil

MONZA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 06: Yuki Tsunoda of Japan driving the (22) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 06, 2025 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202509060566 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull F1 in Turmoil: Helmut Marko’s Shocking Comments Cast Doubt on Driver Lineup

In a stunning twist that has fans and experts alike buzzing, Red Bull’s F1 advisor Helmut Marko has thrown the team’s driver lineup into a whirlwind of uncertainty. As the Milton Keynes powerhouse grapples with its strategic decisions, the spotlight is on the future of both their star driver and his potential teammate for the 2026 season.

Max Verstappen, who has been a dominant force in the championship, seems to have hit a snag with McLaren’s relentless performance this season. Nevertheless, the Dutch prodigy has confirmed his commitment to Red Bull for at least one more year. But what about his future teammate? With whispers swirling about Yuki Tsunoda’s impending replacement, the speculation has reached fever pitch.

Among the names being tossed around is none other than four-time IndyCar champion Alex Palou. Just last month, Palou’s impressive title win in the U.S. ignited fervent discussions about a possible switch to F1. However, in a jaw-dropping revelation to Kleine Zeitung, Marko bluntly dismissed any rumors of negotiations with Palou, emphatically stating, “That’s not true.” This declaration not only casts doubt on Palou’s potential entry but raises serious questions about Tsunoda’s precarious position within the team.

Amidst this chaos, Tsunoda managed to secure his first points finish in over three months, yet it did little to alter Red Bull’s standing in the constructors’ championship, where they currently sit fourth. With Verstappen contributing a staggering 230 of the team’s 239 points this season, the pressure mounts on Red Bull, now under the leadership of Laurent Mekies, to find a viable second driver before they risk becoming a one-man show.

Compounding Tsunoda’s issues, the performance of Red Bull’s junior team has been nothing short of spectacular. Racing Bulls star Liam Lawson appears rejuvenated, comfortably regaining his footing in the junior ranks after a brief stint with the main team, while his teammate Isack Hadjar is emerging as a strong candidate for promotion. Hadjar recently clinched his first F1 podium at the Dutch Grand Prix, finishing just behind Verstappen, which only intensifies the questions surrounding Tsunoda’s future.

As the clock ticks down towards the 2026 season, the pressure is palpable. With Tsunoda facing the grim prospect of a demotion back to the junior team—an option that seems illogical given his position—he finds himself with no clear backup plan. The stakes have never been higher, and the uncertainty surrounding Red Bull’s driver lineup could potentially alter the trajectory of multiple careers in the high-octane world of Formula 1.

In this ever-dynamic environment, team principal Christian Horner has remained tight-lipped, despite rumors swirling about potential offers for axed stars. While F1 fans eagerly await the next chapter in this unfolding drama, one thing is crystal clear: the future of Red Bull Racing hangs in the balance, and every decision could be a game-changer in the fierce world of motorsport.

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