WATCH: Daniel Ricciardo and Sergio Perez Share their Excited First Impressions of Yuki Tsunoda

Netflix’s ‘Drive to Survive’ has dropped with fans excited to watch their favorite stars once again. One of the highlights of the show is McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo. The Australian was seen talking to Red Bull’s Sergio Perez welcoming rookie Yuki Tsunoda.

In the snippet, during a conversation with the pair, they spot AlphaTauri rookie Yuki Tsunoda. Perez looking at the Japanese, said, “Yuki, he’s the man. I love that guy.” Ricciardo meanwhile continued saying, “He’s so small.”

The 21-year-old had a disappointing debut season last year ending P14 with 32 points. His best result came at the final Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi, finishing just outside of the podium places. However, with teammate Pierre Gasly, he will be motivated to improve from his maiden campaign.

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Tsunoda spoke in 2021 about his disappointing run saying, “The first half of the season was quite inconsistent and also from my side, I was a bit surprised I’d be staying next year so first of all thanks to the team, and really excited for this opportunity again for next year. And for this year, just learn as much as possible.”

Tsunoda begins his second season at the Bahrain Grand Prix on March 20 with AlphaTauri.

Will Yuki Tsunoda improve in 2022?

In 2020, Tsunoda drove for Carlin in the FIA Formula 2 Championship. He secured three wins, four pole positions, seven podiums, and finished 3rd in the championship with 200 points. A call-up to Formula 1, however, has not gone according to plan.

After a disappointing debut in 2021, Tsunoda will drive the AT03, which has been impressive in testing. However, with new regulations, the teams will look to get the ground running in Bahrain. With major aerodynamical changes, Tsunoda will have to get comfortable in the new car.

This season will be crucial for Tsunoda, as Gasly is coming off an impressive 2021. Rumors suggest that the Frenchman is a frontrunner for the 2023 seat at Red Bull. We will wait and see how the 2022 season pans out for the young rookie from Sagamihara.

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