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Helmut Marko intends to allocate the second seat at Red Bull in 2025 to a young driver. Sergio Pérez, who faced criticism this past year for his disappointing points tally and the substantial gap between him and his teammate Max Verstappen, is likely to lose his spot. Both Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson, Red Bull drivers, are in contention for promotion, with Marko predicting a fierce competition for that coveted position in the main team.
The Future of Red Bull Drivers
In an exclusive interview with the German publication F1-Insider, Helmut Marko revealed that the team management plans to utilize the next six Grands Prix to ‘effectively compare’ Tsunoda and Lawson. The New Zealander, who recently stepped into the seat formerly held by Daniel Ricciardo, has been frequently mentioned as a potential successor to Perez. On the other hand, experts believe that Yuki Tsunoda is still ‘often overlooked’ as a contender for the role.
The Race for the Seat
“Yuki Tsunoda definitely has a shot at racing alongside Max (Verstappen) in 2025,” Marko stated emphatically. “The remaining races this season will clarify how our lineup will shape up for next year. I can easily envision another emerging talent from our driver development program making their way to Red Bull.” This statement underscores the team’s commitment to nurturing young talent and their forward-thinking approach.
A Showdown: Tsunoda vs. Lawson
Before any decisions are made, Liam Lawson first needs to prove himself alongside Yuki Tsunoda. The 22-year-old has yet to participate in any Grand Prix this year and will make his debut during the upcoming race weekend in Austin. “We opted to pit Lawson and Tsunoda against each other,” Helmut Marko mentioned. “They will be in the same car, under identical conditions, and have six races to demonstrate who is the superior driver.”
As of 2023, Tsunoda and Lawson were teammates for five races, with Lawson filling in for the injured Daniel Ricciardo. When comparing their performances over those weekends, the margins between the two drivers are notably slim. Tsunoda managed to outpace Lawson in qualifying on four occasions, yet in the races, Lawson consistently finished ahead of his Japanese counterpart four times.
Emerging Talent in F1
This anticipated clash between Tsunoda and Lawson highlights not .comy the competitive spirit within Red Bull but also the broader trend in Formula 1 towards developing young talent. As teams seek to balance experience with the fresh perspective that younger drivers bring, the quest for the next star becomes increasingly vital. Red Bull’s investment in new drivers is indicative of their long-term strategy to stay ahead in the increasingly competitive world of Formula 1.
Ultimately, the selection of the driver to fill the second Red Bull seat will not just impact the team’s immediate future but also shape the landscape of F1 for years to come. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on the performances of Tsunoda and Lawson, whose competition might just define the next chapter for Red Bull Racing.
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