Yuki Tsunoda addresses Max Verstappen comments regarding 2026 Formula 1 driver input
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026
Yuki Tsunoda dismissed recent remarks from Max Verstappen concerning the impact of driver skill on 2026 Formula 1 car performance. Verstappen suggested that recent results highlight a reduced reliance on individual driver contributions under the new technical regulations. The two drivers competed as teammates at Red Bull during the previous year. While Verstappen secured second place in the championship standings, Tsunoda finished in 17th position. Following that performance, Tsunoda was replaced by Isack Hadjar for the 2026 season. Tsunoda currently serves as the reserve driver for the team.
- •Yuki Tsunoda responded to public comments made by Max Verstappen regarding 2026 vehicle performance.
- •Max Verstappen claimed recent results demonstrate decreased importance of driver input in new cars.
- •Tsunoda and Max Verstappen were teammates at Red Bull during the previous season.
- •Isack Hadjar replaced Tsunoda at Red Bull for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
- •Tsunoda occupies a reserve driver role following his 17th-place championship finish last year.
- 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson Push Back on Max Verstappen’s 2026 F1 Car Claim
- 1:53 PMMotorsport.com — Yuki Tsunoda responds to Max Verstappen's F1 2026 claim
"Yuki Tsunoda shrugged off Max Verstappen’s comments that his recent results are evidence of driver input being less important with the new 2026 Formula 1 cars. Both drivers were team-mates at Red Bull last year, but while Verstappen finished second in the championship, Tsunoda was down in 17th and therefore replaced by Isack Hadjar for 2026. The 26-year-old became the team’s reserve ...Keep reading
"Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson respond to claims from Max Verstappen regarding the current F1 cars being easier to drive, where you can just jump in and perform. Red Bull’s Verstappen has been on about the 2026 F1 regulations not…
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 4:55 PMYuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson Push Back on Max Verstappen’s 2026 F1 Car Claim
Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson respond to claims from Max Verstappen regarding the current F1 cars being easier to drive, where you can just jump in and perform. Red Bull’s Verstappen has been on about the 2026 F1 regulations not…
- Motorsport.comSep 10, 2026, 1:53 PMYuki Tsunoda responds to Max Verstappen's F1 2026 claim
Yuki Tsunoda shrugged off Max Verstappen’s comments that his recent results are evidence of driver input being less important with the new 2026 Formula 1 cars. Both drivers were team-mates at Red Bull last year, but while Verstappen finished second in the championship, Tsunoda was down in 17th and therefore replaced by Isack Hadjar for 2026. The 26-year-old became the team’s reserve ...Keep reading
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