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Yuki Tsunoda’s heartbreaking Red Bull exit: can talent shine from the reserve bench?

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December 4, 2025
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Yuki Tsunoda’s heartbreaking Red Bull exit: can talent shine from the reserve bench?

LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - NOVEMBER 30: Yuki Tsunoda of Japan driving the (22) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 leads Gabriel Bortoleto of Brazil driving the (5) Kick Sauber C45 Ferrari in the Pitlane during the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on November 30, 2025 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Peter Fox/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202511300536 // Usage for editorial use only //

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Yuki Tsunoda’s Shocking Red Bull Exit: A Rollercoaster Ride Comes to a Tumultuous End

In a jaw-dropping turn of events, Yuki Tsunoda, the talented Japanese driver, has officially lost his seat in Formula 1 with Red Bull Racing for the 2026 season. Instead, he will transition into a reserve role, a move that has left fans and colleagues alike in disbelief. This announcement, made earlier this week, marks the conclusion of a turbulent 2025 season for Tsunoda, who began the year racing for the Racing Bulls before being elevated to the senior Red Bull team after just a few short races.

The unexpected shuffle saw Tsunoda swapping places with Liam Lawson during the Japanese Grand Prix, but now, he finds himself replaced by rookie sensation Isack Hadjar, who has made an impressive debut and will partner reigning champion Max Verstappen next year. The question on everyone’s lips: Why has Tsunoda, a driver deemed “extremely talented” by his peers, been sidelined?

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Alex Albon, who has recently found his footing with Williams after his own struggles in 2021, empathizes deeply with Tsunoda’s situation. Speaking ahead of the high-stakes 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Albon expressed his disappointment over Tsunoda’s demotion, stating, “I think Yuki’s an extremely talented driver. Personally, I think he deserves a place in Formula 1.”

Albon, who faced a similar fate when he was dropped from Red Bull, knows firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate such a career crossroads. “It’s hard for Yuki. I hope he can find a way to make an impact with the team,” he added, highlighting the resilience required in the cutthroat world of F1 racing.

This is not just a story of loss; it’s a narrative filled with potential for redemption. Albon draws parallels between his own journey and Tsunoda’s, noting, “He’s in a very similar place to where I was in 2021. There’s still opportunity.” With the right moves and determination, there may yet be a path back to a race seat for Tsunoda.

As the Formula 1 landscape shifts, Arvid Lindblad has been promoted to join Lawson, becoming the only rookie on the grid for the upcoming season. This brings further scrutiny to the dynamics within the Red Bull camp. Albon questioned, “How does Arvid perform and how does Liam perform in that area? Is there an opportunity for him to come back?”

With the spotlight now on the new rookie lineup, the pressure mounts not only on Lawson and Lindblad but also on Tsunoda as he seeks to reclaim his position in the highly competitive sport. Albon, who openly admits his bias for fellow Asian drivers, remains hopeful. “He’s got the talent, and I hope to see him back in Formula 1,” he asserted.

As the dust settles on this seismic shift within Red Bull Racing, only time will tell if Yuki Tsunoda can harness his undeniable skill and climb back into the cockpit, or if his F1 journey has taken a permanent detour. The world of motorsport watches with bated breath as Tsunoda prepares to make his next move in this high-octane drama.

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