Red Bull’s Tsunoda-Lawson move could be paying off, More trouble for Ferrari after qualifying struggles, and other big updates

Red Bull’s Tsunoda-Lawson move could be paying off

Despite the slower Racing Bulls car, Liam Lawson outqualified Red Bull replacement Yuki Tsunoda for the Japanese Grand Prix, but there are signs the switch may be beneficial. Tsunoda expressed frustration over his Q2 performance, with issues in tire warm-up and a narrow setup window. Christian Horner praised Tsunoda's strong Q1 performance, noting he had a good chance to reach Q3 if not for a mistake. Although Tsunoda faces challenges with the Red Bull, his overall pace has been stronger than his predecessor's.

Click here to read the full article by Filip Cleeren (motorsport.com)

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More trouble for Ferrari after qualifying struggles

Ferrari’s struggles continued at the F1 Japanese Grand Prix, with Charles Leclerc qualifying fourth, over three-tenths behind Max Verstappen. Jacques Villeneuve stated Ferrari are "in trouble" and unsure how to improve, amid ride height issues with their SF-25 car. Leclerc and Hamilton both indicated the team’s car is higher than desired, which affected their performance. Despite this, Leclerc found improvement in his driving style, giving some hope for the remainder of the season.

Click here to read the full article by Lewis Larkam (crash.net)

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Verstappen takes pole in qualifying

Max Verstappen will start from pole position at the Japanese Grand Prix, with Lando Norris alongside him in second. Verstappen expressed surprise and excitement about the result. The weather forecast predicts rain on Sunday, which could give Verstappen an advantage given his strong wet-weather skills. Despite his dominance, Verstappen has only won two of his last 16 races, while Lewis Hamilton will start from eighth.

Click here to read the full article by Stephen Wade (japantoday.com)

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Vowles reflects on Chinese GP and Williams' progress

In this episode of The Vowles Verdict, Team Principal James Vowles wraps up this doubleheader with his thoughts after a busy Chinese GP Sprint weekend. He answers questions like whether Albon and Sainz’s feedback on the car aligns and how that might help the team progress faster. He also discusses which upcoming circuits are likely to suit the Williams car best and more.

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What's next for Lawson after his emotional return to VCARB?

Liam Lawson's emotional return to VCARB has F1 fans buzzing! After being sidelined last season, Lawson's return to VCARB is now a reality. Many have argued that this is a demotion from being in the senior team to the junior ranks. But how did we get here, and what does his performance mean for his future?