AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear

Red Bull’s Daring Move Propels Yuki Tsunoda to Epic Breakthrough in Belgian GP

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
July 26, 2025
in Motorsports
Reading Time: 2 mins read
0
Red Bull’s Daring Move Propels Yuki Tsunoda to Epic Breakthrough in Belgian GP

SPA, BELGIUM - JULY 26: Yuki Tsunoda of Japan driving the (22) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on July 26, 2025 in Spa, Belgium. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202507261610 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull’s Bold Move Propels Yuki Tsunoda to Stunning Qualifying Success at Belgian GP

In a jaw-dropping turn of events, Red Bull Racing made a daring decision that changed the course of Yuki Tsunoda’s Formula 1 season. Upgrading him to the latest floor, the Japanese driver managed to secure a remarkable seventh place during the qualifying round at the Belgian Grand Prix.

Struggling to find his footing in the RB21 car since taking over from Liam Lawson, Tsunoda’s disappointing performance paled in comparison to Verstappen’s dominance. With just seven points in 10 races, the pressure was on for Tsunoda to deliver as Red Bull found itself trailing in fourth place in the constructors’ championship.

A setback in Imola, where Tsunoda crashed during qualifying, left him with damaged components and a noticeable performance gap compared to Verstappen. The team had been focusing on providing spare parts and prioritizing Verstappen, leaving Tsunoda at a disadvantage.

However, with the Belgian GP sprint event behind them, Red Bull took a risky gamble by equipping Tsunoda with a spare floor before the grand prix qualifying session. The move paid off as Tsunoda soared into Q3, clinching his best grid position at Red Bull in seventh place, just three tenths behind his teammate.

While the seventh-place finish may not be extraordinary for a team like Red Bull, the decision to support Tsunoda with the latest upgrade speaks volumes. It signifies a vote of confidence in the young driver as he marks his 100th grand prix start.

Tsunoda expressed his gratitude for the team’s effort, acknowledging the precision and dedication of the mechanics in preparing the upgraded car. He credited the new floor for his improved performance and hinted at more upgrades to come, boosting his confidence in consistently scoring points.

The reunion with Mekies, a known supporter of Tsunoda, added to the emotional victory as the team celebrated the successful qualifying session. Mekies praised Tsunoda’s progress throughout the weekend, highlighting the impact of the last-minute upgrade on his performance.

The bold move by Red Bull not only elevated Tsunoda’s qualifying performance but also signaled a potential shift in momentum for the Japanese driver. As he gears up for the upcoming races, Tsunoda’s newfound confidence and improved car performance could prove to be a game-changer in the remainder of the Formula 1 season.

Tags: red-bulls
Share212Tweet133Send

Related Posts

Guenther Steiner reveals shocking truth: leaving Red Bull transformed his life forever
Motorsports

Guenther Steiner reveals shocking truth: leaving Red Bull transformed his life forever

Guenther Steiner: How Leaving Red Bull Became His Golden Ticket to Success In a stunning revelation, Guenther Steiner, the dynamic...

by Redação
January 31, 2026
Fernando Alonso dazzles in first laps of Adrian Newey’s AMR26: a thrilling new era begins
Motorsports

Fernando Alonso dazzles in first laps of Adrian Newey’s AMR26: a thrilling new era begins

Fernando Alonso, the iconic two-time Formula 1 champion, has officially taken the wheel of the highly anticipated Aston Martin AMR26,...

by Carl Smith
January 31, 2026
Stefano Domenicali unveils groundbreaking 2026 F1 engine rules: Cadillac and Audi join the revolution
Motorsports

Stefano Domenicali unveils groundbreaking 2026 F1 engine rules: Cadillac and Audi join the revolution

John David Mercer

by Simon Monroy
January 31, 2026
Audi faces monumental reliability crisis: F1’s longest-ever challenge revealed after Barcelona test
Motorsports

Audi faces monumental reliability crisis: F1’s longest-ever challenge revealed after Barcelona test

Audi's F1 Ambitions Crushed Under the Weight of a Mounting Crisis: An Unprecedented List of Challenges Unveiled! In a shocking...

by Redação
January 31, 2026

Recent News

Guenther Steiner reveals shocking truth: leaving Red Bull transformed his life forever

Guenther Steiner reveals shocking truth: leaving Red Bull transformed his life forever

January 31, 2026
Fernando Alonso dazzles in first laps of Adrian Newey’s AMR26: a thrilling new era begins

Fernando Alonso dazzles in first laps of Adrian Newey’s AMR26: a thrilling new era begins

January 31, 2026
Stefano Domenicali unveils groundbreaking 2026 F1 engine rules: Cadillac and Audi join the revolution

Stefano Domenicali unveils groundbreaking 2026 F1 engine rules: Cadillac and Audi join the revolution

January 31, 2026
Audi faces monumental reliability crisis: F1’s longest-ever challenge revealed after Barcelona test

Audi faces monumental reliability crisis: F1’s longest-ever challenge revealed after Barcelona test

January 31, 2026

Newsletter

  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • TECHNICAL INFORMATION
  • EDITORIAL STATUS
  • TERMS AND CONDITIONS

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

MSports Play Icon
MSports Play
The New streaming service
Download
×
No Result
View All Result
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.