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Problems for Tsunoda keep mounting: Haas team boss laughs off question

16:48, 22 Jul 2025

byTim Kraaij

Yuki Tsunoda has been battling with the Haas drivers for positions just outside the points in the recent Grands Prix. Yet, Ayao Komatsu laughs when the comparison is made with Red Bull Racing.

On behalf of Red Bull Racing, Yuki Tsunoda has only managed to score seven points so far. In the same races, midfield drivers, including someone like Esteban Ocon, managed to score more points for Haas.

However, this does not make Haas think they have a great car. After the British Grand Prix, the Haas team boss was asked whether the VF-25 is a better car than the RB21, as the Haas drivers often finish ahead of Yuki Tsunoda, which prompted a smirk from Komatsu.

‘’I honestly don't know what Max can do, what his teammates can do, without knowing all the details, I'm not going to make any judgement over their car. So I don't think I want to answer that question to be honest.’’

Where will Tsunoda drive in 2026?

Tsunoda is having a tough season at Red Bull Racing, where he gets outperformed by Max Verstappen week after week. The Japanese driver now also needs to look for a new employer for 2026.

GPblog previously revealed that Tsunoda and Red Bull will part ways at the end of 2025. Arvid Lindblad seems to be the top contender for the seat next to Max Verstappen, assuming the Dutchman stays.