Yuki Tsunoda remains seat at Alpha Tauri for 2023
22nd September 2022Alpha Tauri have confirmed their young Japanese driver, Yuki Tsunoda, will remain with them for 2023 after two good seasons in Formula 1.
The Japanese driver rocketed through the junior categories to obtain a seat at Alpha Tauri, in 2021, alongside Pierre Gasly. During his rookie season, Tsunoda’s fiery attitude proved to transcend on track with an impressive first season.
Over the course of the last two seasons, the Japanese driver has secured a total of 43 points – 32 of which were earned in 2021 with his best race result of fourth at the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
After the news broke, Tsunoda said:
“I want to say a huge thank you to Red Bull, Honda and Scuderia AlphaTauri for continuing to give me the opportunity to drive in F1.
“Having moved to Italy last year to be closer to the factory, I really feel part of the team and am glad that I get to carry on racing with them in 2023.
“Of course, our 2022 season isn’t over yet and we’re still pushing hard in the midfield battle, so I’m fully focused on finishing it on a high and then we will look forward to next year.”
His team principle, Franz Tost, also complimented the news of Tsunoda re-signing, he said:
“As we’ve seen since he joined us last year, Yuki is a very talented driver and has improved a lot this season.
“The pace he has shown recently is clear evidence of a steep learning curve, which proves he deserves a seat in F1, and I still expect some strong results from him in the last six races of 2022.
“As I always say, a driver needs at least three years to fully get to grips with Formula One, so I’m pleased he’s been given the time to show his full potential.
“In addition, it’s a testament to Dr [Helmut] Marko and his driver programme that we’re able to bring these young talents up from the junior categories and develop them.
“I’d like to join Yuki in thanking Red Bull, AlphaTauri as well as Honda, for their continuous support and for allowing him to stay with us for another year.”
At the moment, this fills one of the seats at the Italy-based team with the other still up for grabs while Tsunoda’s teammate, for 2023, is yet to be declared.
As of yet, as it has been reported the Gasly could be let go from both Red Bull and Alpha Tauri if they can find a suitable replacement.
That’s it for the article: Yuki Tsunoda remains seat at Alpha Tauri for 2023! Who do you think will partner Tsunoda next season? Let us know in the comments!
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