“I was in the United Kingdom for Suzuka’s preparations with VCARB (Racing Bulls), and the plans changed. Immediately, I have (I have (one) simulator session with Red Bull Racing, I think that at that time, it was just in case, and in the () two or three days that I spent in the United Kingdom, he confirmed in person. I cannot say when specifically, but it was the type of chronology. “
While Red Bull quickly moved to make a change after Lawson’s difficulties, Tsunoda said that the Horner team boss had not given him a specific calendar in terms of the duration of the team that will give him to prove himself – and also insisted that he does not feel the pressure.
“I haven’t had specific races or the time I have to prove (myself),” said Tsunoda. “He has so far been very favorable and he has just mentioned expectations towards me on what he wants me to realize. The pressure will always come once you have reached the track, (but) for the moment (it’s) really relaxing.
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“(That) feels like it is similar to what I was in VCarb. Once I entered hospitality, I only thought of breakfast! I don’t necessarily feel the pressure.
“There are not many points to feel the pressure. I feel confident and I hope I can do it a little different (compared to) other drivers. ”
In terms of these expectations, Horner explained for him, Tsunoda added: “Basically, being (as) as possible of Max, which gives a good result for the team (and) also allows the team to support as a strategy also in the race.