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Alex Albon rallies behind Yuki Tsunoda after Red Bull’s shocking demotion: can he bounce back?

James Taylor by James Taylor
December 17, 2025
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Alex Albon rallies behind Yuki Tsunoda after Red Bull’s shocking demotion: can he bounce back?

LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - NOVEMBER 27: Yuki Tsunoda of Japan and Oracle Red Bull Racing arrives in the Paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on November 27, 2025 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202511270442 // Usage for editorial use only //

Title: Red Bull’s Ruthless Driver Shuffle: Alex Albon Defends Yuki Tsunoda After Demotion

In a shocking turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, Alex Albon has come forward to defend Yuki Tsunoda following the Japanese driver’s demotion to a reserve role for the upcoming 2026 season. The decision by Red Bull to replace Tsunoda, who faced a tumultuous season alongside the formidable Max Verstappen, has raised eyebrows and ignited discussions about the harsh realities of F1.

Tsunoda, who struggled to find his footing and maintain consistent performance throughout the season, will now watch from the sidelines as Isack Hadjar takes the coveted second seat. This change leaves Tsunoda with the daunting task of fulfilling third driver duties for both Red Bull and its sister team, Racing Bulls. Albon, who knows this painful script all too well, expressed his heartfelt sympathy for Tsunoda during a recent media interaction.

“I’m sad for Yuki,” Albon stated emphatically. “I think Yuki is an extremely talented driver. Personally, I think he deserves a place in F1.” His words resonate with the sentiment that many fans share – Tsunoda possesses the skills and potential to thrive at the highest level of motorsport.

Reflecting on his own journey, Albon recalled his demotion from Red Bull at the end of 2020, a setback he transformed into a comeback by leveraging his reserve role in 2021 to secure a seat at Williams for the 2022 campaign. With this experience in mind, he urged Tsunoda to remain vigilant and seize any opportunity that may arise. “There’s still an opportunity,” Albon warned. “There’s still how does Arvid [Lindblad] perform? And how does Liam [Lawson] perform in that area? That’s why they put him, where they put him [in a reserve role].”

Albon’s insights highlight the precarious nature of F1, where talent alone is often not enough, and the pressure to perform can lead to cutthroat decisions. “I guess I’m very biased towards the fellow Asians in the paddock,” he admitted, underscoring the camaraderie that exists within the sport, even amid fierce competition.

As the dust settles on Tsunoda’s unexpected shift, the future remains uncertain. Will he rise from the ashes like Albon did, or will he remain in the shadows? One thing is for sure: the eyes of the F1 world will be keenly watching Tsunoda’s next moves. With Albon in his corner, hope remains alive that this talented driver will find a path back to a full-time seat, ready to show the world what he’s truly capable of.

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