Laurent Mekies

Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies stated that Yuki Tsunoda deserves another chance at a full-time Formula 1 seat after losing his position at the end of the 2025 season. Tsunoda, now serving as a reserve and simulator driver, scored just 30 points that year while teammate Max Verstappen finished second. Mekies praised Tsunoda's contributions behind the scenes.

2 april 2026 Rapporterad av AI

Red Bull Racing team principal Laurent Mekies stated that Formula 1 should prioritize returning to flat-out qualifying sessions as soon as possible, a view shared across the paddock. He highlighted energy management issues with new power units affecting driver performance in qualifying. Mekies suggested focusing changes for the 2027 season.