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Yuki Tsunoda’s Epic Race Recovery: From Last to Top 10 in Saudi Arabian GP

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 23, 2025
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Yuki Tsunoda’s Epic Race Recovery: From Last to Top 10 in Saudi Arabian GP

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - APRIL 19: Yuki Tsunoda of Japan driving the (22) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 in the Pitlane during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on April 19, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504200128 // Usage for editorial use only //

Yuki Tsunoda’s Missed Opportunity for Glory at the Saudi Arabian GP

In a thrilling turn of events at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Yuki Tsunoda had a shot at securing valuable points before his unfortunate retirement from the race. After an intense first-lap safety car period, three daring drivers – Esteban Ocon, Gabriel Bortoleto, and Jack Doohan – made a strategic decision to switch to hard tires early on, hoping to avoid an additional pit stop later in the race.

Despite their strategic gamble, the trio struggled to maintain their positions and fell back in the pack as the race progressed. Ocon finished in 14th place, while Doohan managed to overtake Bortoleto for 18th place towards the end of the race.

However, the real intrigue lies in the hypothetical scenario where Tsunoda, who was involved in an early clash with Pierre Gasly, could have capitalized on the same tire strategy as the trio. By analyzing the hard tire degradation and ideal race strategy, it was projected that Tsunoda could have potentially finished in eighth place, ahead of Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon, and just five seconds behind Lewis Hamilton.

Although this analysis provides an optimistic outlook on Tsunoda’s performance, it underscores the missed opportunity for the Red Bull Racing driver to secure a points finish if not for the early retirement. The data suggests that Tsunoda had a realistic chance to capitalize on the strategic tire choice and make significant progress through the field.

While this strategy may not have transformed a top car’s points finish into a podium, it highlights the importance of strategic decision-making and seizing opportunities in Formula 1 racing. Tsunoda’s near-miss serves as a compelling narrative of what could have been a remarkable comeback story at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

In the high-stakes world of Formula 1, every decision counts, and Tsunoda’s unrealized potential showcases the fine margins between success and missed opportunities on the race track.

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