Marko: Tsunoda’s F1 revival? Red Bull simply listened
Yuki Tsunoda's recent form is due to Red Bull switching work approach. Photo: RacePictures.
Updated: 17:35, 25 Sep 2025
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Yuki Tsunoda has shown a marked improvement in recent times, culminating in a sixth-place finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Yuki Tsunoda in Baku - Photo: Race Pictures
The Japanese driver struggled for consistency earlier in the 2025 season, often finishing well behind his teammate, but Helmut Marko says the turnaround comes down to a simple change in approach.
Speaking to Sky Sports Germany, Marko explained: "We sat down after the race in Monza - Tsunoda was sometimes a second slower than Max in the race - and decided on a different approach.
"Simply put, you have to coach him more because of the less experience compared to Max. We have set up the car more according to his wishes."
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Tsunoda confirmed the effect of those changes after Baku. "I'm happy with it. The team did a fantastic job with the strategy. I think something I was able to improve into this race week, especially long run, was massive."
The driver also acknowledged Red Bull’s support in implementing adjustments he had requested, highlighting a shift in internal dynamics. "Also something internally supported by the team to make changes to the car, which affected a lot in this long run today."
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However, with Max Verstappen’s win and Tsunoda’s P6, Red Bull Racing has now placed itself firmly in contention for the runner up spot, with the points-gap separating all three teams standing now at 18 total.
Mercedes CEO and Team Principal is also wary of Red Bull’s threat looming near, particularly with Verstappen ‘the point machine’ scoring 68 points for the Austrians in the past three Grands Prix.
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