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Yuki Tsunoda Faces Career Crossroads as Red Bull Partnership with Honda Reaches Dramatic End

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September 28, 2025
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Yuki Tsunoda Faces Career Crossroads as Red Bull Partnership with Honda Reaches Dramatic End

BAKU, AZERBAIJAN - SEPTEMBER 21: Yuki Tsunoda of Japan driving the (22) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Azerbaijan at Baku City Circuit on September 21, 2025 in Baku, Azerbaijan. (Photo by Andrew Ferraro/LAT Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202509210514 // Usage for editorial use only //

Yuki Tsunoda Faces Uncertain Future as Red Bull Partnership with Honda Comes to a Dramatic Close

In a stunning turn of events that could shake the very foundation of Formula 1, Yuki Tsunoda is about to step into a new era of racing as his partnership with Red Bull Racing and Honda draws to an end. The Japanese driver is bracing himself for a monumental challenge as Red Bull gears up to unveil its own power units starting in 2026, leaving behind the engine supplier that has been pivotal in their success—Honda.

As the clock ticks down, Honda is set to make a grand exit with Red Bull, aligning themselves with rivals Aston Martin amid the new regulations that will redefine the sport. However, before they part ways, the legendary manufacturer has promised to celebrate their illustrious racing heritage in a spectacular fashion during the upcoming Mexican Grand Prix. This event will mark a nostalgic return for Tsunoda, who will pilot Honda’s first-ever F1 race-winning car, the iconic RA272, adorned with a livery inspired by the Japanese flag. This exhilarating tribute commemorates the 60th anniversary of Richie Ginther’s historic victory in 1965.

“It is an honour to drive the RA272 at the special place where Honda achieved its first F1 victory,” Tsunoda stated passionately. “Driving on the track where the RA272 pioneered Japanese motorsports history 60 years ago is a particularly special and deeply moving experience. With Honda’s history of challenges in my heart, I want to give fans a drive that conveys dreams and passion.”

Yet, the pressure is mounting for Tsunoda as he enters the season’s final stretch. Currently languishing in a disheartening P17 in the standings, the 25-year-old has struggled to make his mark, with only a glimmer of hope shining through following his sixth-place finish in Baku. The specter of Isack Hadjar looms large, as the French prodigy’s stellar performances could overshadow any late resurgence from Tsunoda, with whispers of a potential promotion for Hadjar to Red Bull in 2026 echoing through the paddock.

Despite the mounting challenges, there is still a flicker of hope for Tsunoda. If he can rally and consistently score points in the final seven rounds, he might just cling to his F1 seat—albeit possibly with a demotion to the junior team, Racing Bulls. The stakes are high, and Sky Sports F1 pundit Ted Kravitz has even speculated that Tsunoda could follow Honda to Aston Martin as a third driver, joining full-time stars Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso.

As the uncertainty looms over Tsunoda’s future in F1, the upcoming drive at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez is poised to be more than just a race; it will be a poignant farewell to an era that has defined his career. With the weight of history on his shoulders, Tsunoda’s performance will not only pay homage to Honda’s legacy but may also determine his destiny in a sport where every lap counts.

In a world where fortunes can change in the blink of an eye, Tsunoda’s upcoming race could be the last stand for a driver fighting against the tide of uncertainty. As fans eagerly await the spectacle, one thing is clear: the drama of F1 is far from over, and the future is as unpredictable as the sport itself.

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