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Tsunoda EXPLODES at Lawson’s SHOCKING Qualifying Tactics in F1 US GP Showdown!

James Taylor by James Taylor
October 19, 2025
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Tsunoda EXPLODES at Lawson’s SHOCKING Qualifying Tactics in F1 US GP Showdown!

AUSTIN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 18: Thirteenth placed qualifier Yuki Tsunoda of Japan and Oracle Red Bull Racing is interviewed during Qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of United States at Circuit of The Americas on October 18, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Peter Fox/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202510190021 // Usage for editorial use only //

Tsunoda’s Fiery Accusation: Lawson’s ‘Deliberate’ Impediment Sparks Controversy in F1 US GP Qualifying

In a dramatic turn of events at the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix qualifying, Yuki Tsunoda has launched a fierce attack on Liam Lawson, accusing him of intentionally sabotaging his qualifying run. Tsunoda, who found himself eliminated in Q2, didn’t hold back when he took to the radio during the session, claiming Lawson was “slowing down like hell” as they approached Turn 11, directly impacting his performance on the track.

Both drivers faced disappointment, with Lawson securing the 12th spot on the grid and Tsunoda just behind in 13th. However, Tsunoda’s frustrations didn’t end there. In a post-session media interaction, he emphatically reiterated his accusations, stating, “It is what it is. I saw he was going very, very slowly in Turn 11, waiting for me in the middle of the corner. So not ideal.”

The Japanese driver didn’t shy away from expressing how Lawson’s actions disrupted his potential to advance to Q3. “Until then, I had some pace to go through to Q3, and I lost everything from that, so it was very frustrating,” Tsunoda lamented. Although he hesitated to outright label Lawson’s actions as a deliberate obstruction, he hinted at a pattern, recalling previous incidents. “I don’t know, because obviously I’m not his brain, and I don’t want to cause him any problems. But it’s always like that, I have to always be careful,” he added, alluding to a history of conflicts between the two drivers.

In a strategic move, Red Bull had sent Tsunoda out earlier than most to avoid the pitfalls that had led to his SQ1 elimination during Sprint Qualifying. Reflecting on this decision, Tsunoda said, “Just didn’t want to take the risk not to make the lap or miss the lap time like yesterday, which was kind of planned.” Despite his hopes, he found himself hindered by traffic during both laps, putting a damper on his qualifying ambitions.

On a brighter note, Tsunoda managed to bounce back during the Sprint Race, climbing an impressive 11 positions amid chaos on the first lap and finishing seventh, ultimately scoring crucial points. This resurgence came after a “terrible” outing in Singapore, and Tsunoda recognized the significance of this comeback. “It’s good. I mean, Singapore was terrible. So at least I learned something from that,” he reflected, acknowledging the importance of resilience in such a competitive environment. “Obviously, it’s a Sprint, qualifying, and race. So you don’t want to damage much because of the qualifying. But yeah, it was worth taking the risk.”

As tensions rise between the two drivers, the F1 community is left questioning the dynamics of team rivalries and the fine line between competition and sabotage. Will Tsunoda’s claims lead to further scrutiny of Lawson’s actions, or will they simmer down as the race weekend unfolds? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the drama in the world of Formula 1 is far from over.

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