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Christian Horner Reveals Crucial Point Defending Yuki Tsunoda
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Highlights
- Horner says Tsunoda is closer to Verstappen than Perez was
- Tsunoda scored seven points in eight races with Red Bull
- Verstappen contributed 155 of Red Bull’s 162 constructor points
- Red Bull currently sits fourth in constructors’ standings
- Upcoming races include Austrian GP on June 29, British GP on July 6
Horner credited Verstappen’s “acute ability” as the foundation for his strong results, while dismissing claims that Yuki Tsunoda or Liam Lawson are further behind than Perez was. He openly stated that, according to the team’s metrics, Tsunoda’s current pace puts him closer to the reigning champion than his predecessor managed.
The team boss pointed out that Tsunoda was quick to find his rhythm initially, but the incident at Imola set back his progress and affected his confidence. Still, Horner remains optimistic about Tsunoda’s development, expecting better performances as the young driver regains trust in his car and himself.
Race fans and analysts will now watch to see if Tsunoda can reduce the points gap with Verstappen through the second half of the season.
In the broader championship, Red Bull needs more consistent scoring from both seats to battle McLaren, Mercedes, and Ferrari.
McLaren currently leads with 374 points, and Mercedes is second with 199. Ferrari holds third place with 183 points, ahead of Red Bull. For comparison, Lewis Hamilton has recently responded to Ferrari claims, showing ongoing competition within Mercedes and Ferrari’s rivalry.
As Formula 1 moves toward the next rounds, including the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix on June 29 and British Grand Prix on July 6, Red Bull will look to Tsunoda for progress alongside Verstappen.
On the individual side, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris have shown strength as teammates for McLaren, with 198 and 176 points, respectively. Max Verstappen’s 155 keeps him in the top three.
Horner’s confidence in his current driver line-up could influence the team’s approach and results, shaping Red Bull’s season in a competitive field. For more context on recent driver dynamics, see Sainz’s Monaco fear.
John Martinez delivers real-time NASCAR Cup Series and Truck Series news, from live race updates to pit-lane strategy analysis. A graduate of the University of Northwestern Ohio’s Motorsports Technology program, he breaks down rule changes, driver tactics, and championship points with crystal-clear reporting.
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