Tsunoda insists gap to Verstappen ‘continues to close’

Yuki Tsunoda expressed frustration after finishing 17th at the Hungarian Grand Prix, attributing his struggles to mid-race car damage and recurring communication issues with his Red Bull team. The Japanese driver's gurney flap detached, severely impacting his pace and grip. Despite the disappointing result, which extends his pointless streak to seven races, Tsunoda remains optimistic about his pace. He believes the gap to teammate Max Verstappen is narrowing, especially since the recent floor upgrade. Tsunoda vowed to analyze their performance in the simulator during the summer break to bounce back stronger in the second half of the season.