Yuki Tsunoda

Yuki Tsunoda, born on May eleventh, two thousand, in Sagamihara, Japan, is a talented racing driver who has made significant strides in the world of motorsport. Raised in Tokyo, Tsunoda's passion for racing ignited at the young age of nine when he began competitive kart racing. His journey in the sport was bolstered by support from Honda, which he received through the Honda Formula Dream Project starting in two thousand sixteen.

In two thousand seventeen, Tsunoda clinched his first full championship in the JAF Japan F4 East Series, followed by a remarkable victory in the F4 Japanese Championship the subsequent year. His ascent continued as he transitioned to FIA Formula 3 in two thousand nineteen with Jenzer, where he also became a member of the prestigious Red Bull Junior Team. Tsunoda's impressive performance culminated in a third-place finish during his rookie season in FIA Formula 2 in two thousand twenty with Carlin.

Tsunoda made his Formula One debut in two thousand twenty-one with AlphaTauri, partnering with Pierre Gasly and utilizing a Honda powertrain. He showcased his potential by achieving a career-best fourth place at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix that same year. Retaining his seat at AlphaTauri for the following seasons, he partnered with Nyck de Vries in two thousand twenty-two and Daniel Ricciardo in two thousand twenty-three.

In two thousand twenty-four, Tsunoda continued with AlphaTauri as the team rebranded to Racing Bulls. His remarkable journey led to his promotion to the senior team Red Bull for the Japanese Grand Prix in two thousand twenty-five. However, after being replaced by Isack Hadjar for the two thousand twenty-six season, Tsunoda took on the role of reserve driver for both Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls, marking a new chapter in his racing career.