Tsunoda and Lawson discuss first drives in new F1 cars at Zandvoort

The Dutch Grand Prix weekend began with notable changes as Liam Lawson replaced Isack Hadjar in the senior Red Bull Racing team, while Yuki Tsunoda stepped into Lawson’s old seat at Racing Bulls. Both drivers faced challenging conditions during Sprint Qualifying at Zandvoort. Lawson reported strong initial performance but missed advancing to SQ3, expressing disappointment yet maintaining optimism for the rest of the weekend. Tsunoda, adjusting to the 2026 car, noted the significant differences in handling compared to last year's model, stating that the experience felt akin to being a rookie. Both are looking to improve and gather data ahead of the race.

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