F1 News: Yuki Tsunoda Confirmed For Red Bull Nurburgring With Sebastian Vettel And Daniel Ricciardo
AlphaTauri has officially announced that Yuki Tsunoda, their promising racer, will participate in the highly-anticipated Red Bull Formula Nurburgring event on September 9, 2023. The news comes after the confirmation of four-time F1 champ Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull’s third driver, Daniel Ricciardo’s participation in the event. Tsunoda, the youngest driver to take on the renowned Nordschleife circuit, will drive a Honda NSX GT3 Evo, graced with the AlphaTauri colors.
On the heels of this announcement, Tsunoda, the Japanese racing talent, shared his excitement:
“I’ve never driven at the Nürburgring before, so I’m really looking forward to the event in September. I can’t wait to drive around it in my HONDA NSX GT3 Evo, which is an incredible car and a proven race-winning machine at the highest level of GT3 competition.
“The Nordschleife is a legendary circuit, I just experienced it on the Gran Turismo videogame and already enjoyed it a lot.”
According to the team’s press release, the racing event will accommodate approximately 30,000 motorsport enthusiasts, who will be treated to thrilling F1 show runs and an array of other impressive highlights. The statement details:
“The approximately 30,000 motorsport fans can expect impressive Formula 1 show runs and plenty of other jaw-dropping show highlights at Red Bull Formula Nürburgring. In addition, spectators will have the opportunity to experience the 12-hour race of the Nürburgring Endurance Series up close.”
