Tsunoda: "I don't have high expectations, I want to finish on the podium in Japan!"

The Red Bull Racing rookie has made a strong statement, at least when it comes to messaging: Yuki Tsunoda aims to stand on the podium during his home race weekend.

And the best part is that the Japanese driver believes this wouldn’t be a big deal at all; it doesn’t mean he feels excessive pressure on his shoulders:

“I have already spent two days in the simulator, and what I experienced there didn’t seem too bad to me in terms of the car. The difference I felt was that the front is very sensitive, but I was prepared for that; many people have told me this before. But if you were to ask me if it was difficult to drive, I would say no, not particularly. At least in the simulator. Obviously, we will change my settings, I want to really understand the technique, find my setup, and gradually increase the pace from the first practice. It’s not good to raise expectations too high for myself, but I have a clear goal: I want to finish on the podium at the Japanese Grand Prix.” - Tsunoda stated with surprising assertiveness.

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