Yuki Tsunoda’s Tribute to Helmut Marko Sparks Hilarious Backlash on Social Media!
In a surprising twist of events, Red Bull F1 star Yuki Tsunoda attempted to honor the departing Helmut Marko, but what was meant to be a heartfelt tribute turned into a laughingstock! Following the shocking announcement that the legendary 82-year-old motorsport executive would be leaving the team after the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Tsunoda took to social media with a post that quickly spiraled into chaos.
Marko’s departure was confirmed after a successful yet tumultuous season for Red Bull, where they dominated the championship scene for four consecutive years, primarily due to the phenomenal Max Verstappen. However, this year was a different story for the Dutch superstar, who fell agonizingly short of the title, finishing just two points behind British driver Lando Norris. Meanwhile, Red Bull’s second driver, Tsunoda, struggled to make an impact on the track, culminating in a disappointing P3 finish in the constructors’ championship.
As both Tsunoda and Marko prepare to leave their respective roles, Tsunoda shared a seemingly innocent photo of himself and Marko in front of the Red Bull garage, captioning it with a touching message: “Thank you, Helmut, for bringing me into the Red Bull family and helping me in my Formula 1 career.” However, Tsunoda’s well-intentioned post quickly turned into fodder for internet hilarity when he neglected to crop the image, leaving behind visible file details, time, and battery stats from his phone.
Fans wasted no time mocking the blunder, flooding the comments section of the now-deleted post with laughter and jabs. One eagle-eyed follower quipped, “HAHAHAHAHAH HE CROPPED IT NOW,” while another humorously referenced the original file name: “YT_AbuDhabiGp_25-1520664.jpg.” With the online community reveling in Tsunoda’s slip-up, some fans were more sympathetic, suggesting he should have left the first post up for its comedic value.
The tribute also ignited a wave of memes mocking Red Bull’s notorious history of cutting drivers. One particularly funny image depicted Tsunoda alongside past victims of the team’s ruthless decisions in a comical “Red Bull heaven,” with an imaginary Christian Horner inviting them all to join him. The meme humorously highlighted Tsunoda’s status as the latest casualty in a long line of drivers who have faced the wrath of Red Bull’s unforgiving selection process, including names like Liam Lawson, Daniil Kvyat, Sergio Perez, Alex Albon, Pierre Gasly, and Daniel Ricciardo.
As the dust settles on this unexpected social media debacle, it’s clear that Yuki Tsunoda’s attempt to pay tribute to his mentor has instead sparked a frenzy of laughter and memes, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the F1 world. With both Marko and Tsunoda set to exit the scene, fans are left to wonder what the future holds for Red Bull and its next lineup of drivers. Will the team bounce back from this tumultuous season, or are we witnessing the beginning of a new chapter filled with even more surprises? Stay tuned!
