F1 News: Yuki Tsunoda Insists He Has To "Go All Out" In 2024 To Prove Himself

Yuki Tsunoda discusses the pressure of 2024.

AlphaTauri driver Yuki Tsunoda, who finished 14th in the Drivers' Championship, has openly discussed his journey and aspirations for the 2024 season.

Key Takeaways:

• Progressive Performance: Yuki Tsunoda's season began with a slow start in one of the least competitive cars, but AlphaTauri's advancements turned it into a contender, leading to Tsunoda's improved 14th place finish, a leap from 17th in 2022.
• Future Aspirations and Team Dynamics: Despite questions about his future with Red Bull, Tsunoda expressed openness to exploring options beyond his current team, including links to Aston Martin, especially with Honda's involvement starting in 2026.
• Tsunoda's Commitment and Acknowledgement of Support: Tsunoda conveyed a strong commitment to proving himself as a top F1 driver. He acknowledged the need for all-out effort and expressed gratitude for the support received.

Beginning the season in one of the slower cars on the grid, AlphaTauri's significant development resulted in a much more competitive vehicle by the end of the season. This progression was reflected in Yuki Tsunoda's performance, where he finished 14th in the Drivers' Championship, an improvement over his 17th place in 2022.

Tsunoda's journey throughout the season was not just about the points scored but also about personal and professional growth. Speaking to the Japanese branch of Motorsport, he reflected on his development:

"Last year I already took an important step in discovering what I am worth as a driver."

Looking forward to the next season, Tsunoda's optimism was evident. He predicted a stronger performance from the car, enhancing the team's chances to compete in the top ten. 

"Next season, I think the car will be better than last year, which will give us more chances to compete in the top ten," Tsunoda stated.

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Amidst the achievements and improvements, Tsunoda's future with Red Bull has been a topic of speculation. He admitted to RacingNews365 about exploring opportunities beyond the current team. His potential association with Aston Martin has been a point of discussion, particularly with Honda's impending collaboration with Aston Martin starting in 2026.

"This will be the year when I show that I have everything in me to be a top F1 driver. To make that happen, I will have to go all out and I need to be able to call on everyone's support," said Tsunoda.

"So thank you to everyone who has already supported me last year and thank you also to everyone who will support me next season."