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Yuki Tsunoda’s Heart-Stopping Jeddah FP2 Crash Sends Shockwaves Through F1 World

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 18, 2025
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Yuki Tsunoda’s Heart-Stopping Jeddah FP2 Crash Sends Shockwaves Through F1 World

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - APRIL 18: Yuki Tsunoda of Japan driving the (22) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on April 18, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504181032 // Usage for editorial use only //

Yuki Tsunoda Takes Responsibility for Destructive Jeddah FP2 F1 Crash

In a heart-stopping moment during the Jeddah FP2 session, Red Bull driver Yuki Tsunoda bravely admitted his fault in a crash that brought the session to an abrupt halt. Tsunoda revealed that he made a critical error by “turning too much” in the final corner, leading to a domino effect of destruction that left his car severely damaged.

As the clock ticked down with less than nine minutes remaining, Tsunoda’s car collided with the inside wall at the final hairpin, causing significant damage to his vehicle. Despite the chaos, Tsunoda emerged unscathed and immediately took responsibility for the mishap, apologizing to his team for the substantial repair work ahead.

Prior to the incident, Tsunoda had been showcasing a commendable performance, securing the sixth-fastest time in the session. However, his impressive run was cut short by the unfortunate crash, leaving him unable to continue the momentum he had built.

Reflecting on the turn of events, Tsunoda expressed his disappointment, acknowledging that the outcome was far from what he had envisioned. Despite the setback, he remained optimistic about his performance on the track, indicating that there was still room for improvement in subsequent runs.

Meanwhile, Lando Norris emerged as the leader of the second practice session, outpacing his competitors and setting the pace for the upcoming qualifying rounds and race day. With a tight grip on his performance, Norris displayed a level of dominance that set him apart from the rest of the pack.

As the session unfolded, the contrast between Red Bull’s performance in Jeddah and their previous showing in Bahrain became evident. With a more conservative approach to engine modes, Red Bull hinted at a potential turnaround in their form on the challenging Jeddah Corniche circuit.

Overall, Tsunoda’s admission of fault in the Jeddah FP2 crash serves as a reminder of the high stakes and intense competition that define Formula 1. Despite the challenges faced, drivers like Tsunoda continue to push the limits in pursuit of excellence on the track, showcasing courage and determination in the face of adversity.

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