Helmut Marko Criticizes Yuki Tsunoda's Qualifying Crash

Red Bull's Sergio Perez and VCARB's Yuki Tsunoda faced criticism from advisor Helmut Marko following their disappointing performances during qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix. Perez, who qualified in P18, has struggled throughout the season with a balance issue in his RB20, and Marko suggested he is under threat of being replaced as the team assesses potential replacements including Tsunoda and Liam Lawson. Tsunoda's crash during Q2, described by Marko as 'totally unnecessary,' not only hindered his own chances but also prevented Lawson from advancing further in the qualifying session. Marko expressed frustration with Tsunoda's instability, citing previous mistakes and highlighting the pressure from Lawson as a contributing factor. Despite Tsunoda's earlier strong practice sessions, his misstep has jeopardized his future prospects, especially with the impending post-season test. Both drivers are under scrutiny as Red Bull evaluates their performance for potential future placements alongside Max Verstappen.