Verstappen Praises Young Star: 'I Would Have Signed Him a Long Time Ago'

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen can't hide his admiration for the new young star at Scuderia AlphaTauri, Yuki Tsunoda.

Despite his tender age, the 21-year-old driver never fails to impress the Dutchman.

He acknowledged what Tsunoda brings to the table and expressed his belief that many teams would have snatched him up long ago if they had the opportunity.

A Future World Champion?

Not mincing words, Verstappen went on to say that if he had to choose, he would have signed Tsunoda a long time ago, indicating his belief that the Japanese driver has the potential to become a world champion.

He cited Tsunoda's talent, work ethic, and constant pursuit of improvement as qualities that set him apart.

Verstappen believes that given the right guidance and support, Tsunoda has the potential to reach the pinnacle of Formula 1.

A Bright Future Ahead

Tsunoda is widely regarded as one of the best young talents in Formula 1.

He made his debut in the pinnacle of motorsport at the 2021 Bahrain Grand Prix, marking the first time Japan had a driver on the grid since Kamui Kobayashi in 2014.

Despite being a rookie, Tsunoda showed glimpses of his potential, managing to score points in his first six races.

In 2023, he moved to Scuderia AlphaTauri and has continued to showcase his skills in Formula 1, leaving fans excited about what the future holds for the 21-year-old driver.