Tsunoda Missed Answering Media as Boring Sim Session got Spicy Amid F1 Call-up

Yuki Tsunoda, the Japanese F1 driver, recently admitted to missing the media sessions that he had become accustomed to during his time as a regular F1 driver. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity presented to him as he contemplates his future in the sport. Tsunoda often found the media commitments tedious, as drivers generally dislike being subjected to the same questions from various media outlets.

However, after departing from his active race seat at the end of the 2025 F1 season, he spent time in the paddock in a reserve capacity with both Red Bull and Racing Bulls. A surprise call-up came when Isack Hadjar injured his wrist in the summer break, allowing Tsunoda to join Racing Bulls. On his first day back, Tsunoda admitted to feeling a sense of nostalgia and missed the media interactions, though he acknowledged that the feeling varied depending on the type of questions posed.

Despite the boredom he experienced in simulator sessions, Tsunoda felt energized and ready to perform during the pre-Dutch GP session at Racing Bulls. He emphasized that the opportunity to race and showcase his abilities in the latest generation of cars was far more valuable than discussing future prospects with F1 teams. Tsunoda remains focused on Formula 1 as his primary goal, but he is open to exploring other racing series if the opportunity arises before the start of the next F1 season.