Red Bull Racing has confirmed that Yuki Tsunoda is uninjured following a dramatic crash during qualifying at the 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola. The 25-year-old Japanese driver lost control of his RB21 at the Villeneuve chicane during Q1, causing the car to flip and sustain significant damage. Despite the severity of the incident, Tsunoda exited the vehicle unaided and was taken to the circuit’s medical center for precautionary checks. Red Bull later announced that he had been examined and released, affirming his fitness to race.
Tsunoda, who joined Red Bull earlier this season, expressed deep frustration over the crash, labeling it a “stupid mistake.” He admitted to pushing too hard early in the session without fully understanding the car’s behavior, resulting in unnecessary pressure on his team to repair the extensively damaged vehicle.
The crash led to a red flag and a delay in the qualifying session, as track officials repaired the damaged barriers. Tsunoda did not set a qualifying time and is expected to start the race from the back of the grid. The incident underscores the challenges drivers face when adapting to new machinery and the fine line between competitive aggression and overreaching.
Despite the setback, Tsunoda remains determined to make the most of the race, relying on his team’s support and the car’s safety features, such as the Halo device, which played a crucial role in protecting him during the crash.