Mercedes' Toto Wolff was the most keen on pursuing him, irking his rival Horner. However, Mercedes do now have George Russell and Kimi Antonelli for 2025 and beyond who could become a long-time duo.
Yuki Tsunoda has been backed for a Red Bull F1 shot by one of Max Verstappen's ex-teammates. Pierre Gasly believes Yuki Tsunoda “deserves” the chance to drive for the Red Bull senior team.