Norris eventually overtook Tsunoda, causing him to drop further down the field. His struggles were exacerbated when he ran off into the run-off area at Mirabeau. Following the race, Tsunoda elaborated on the braking issue, which he claimed was exacerbated by the wet weather.
“I struggled the whole week; in dry conditions, it was okay, but when the rain started, the brake issue got exaggerated,” he explained. “I couldn’t do anything, and the pace was really bad. It was really hard, and I just had to back off a lot to not crash. At least I didn’t damage my car, but it was really tricky to handle.”
Tsunoda further described his experience behind the wheel of the AT04 in wet conditions, feeling like “a passenger.” He also expressed frustration at the twist of fate that unfolded during the race, stating it was difficult to accept. However, he acknowledged the positive aspects of the weekend and vowed to reset and focus on the upcoming race in Barcelona.
