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Villeneuve Slams Red Bull's Praise for Tsunoda

11/1/2025

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Jacques Villeneuve, former Formula One World Champion, criticized Red Bull's praise of Yuki Tsunoda at the Mexico City Grand Prix, saying Tsunoda's efforts were not commendable.
He noted Tsunoda finished far behind Verstappen and did not score points.
Villeneuve said Laurent Mekies (Red Bull team principal) claimed it was Tsunoda's best weekend, arguing the result was overstated.
He urged a fresh approach with rookie Isack Hadjar, who has shown promise.

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Jacques Villeneuve, former Formula One World Champion, criticized Red Bull's praise of Yuki Tsunoda at the Mexico City Grand Prix, saying Tsunoda's efforts were not commendable.
He noted Tsunoda finished far behind Verstappen and did not score points.
Villeneuve said Laurent Mekies (Red Bull team principal) claimed it was Tsunoda's best weekend, arguing the result was overstated.
He urged a fresh approach with rookie Isack Hadjar, who has shown promise.