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Tsunoda admits emotions got to him when passing F1 legend

Article To news overview © Red Bull Content Pool / Getty Images AlphaTauri's Yuki Tsunoda explains why a pass on F1 legend Fernando Alonso made him feel emotional. Making his F1 debut at the 2021 season opening Bahrain Grand Prix, Japanese rookie Yuki Tsunoda surprised many with his raw ability behind the wheel. The AlphaTauri driver even managed to make a move on two-time F1 world champion Alonso, which according to him made him feel sentimental. "I got a bit emotional when I passed Fernando (Alonso)," Tsunoda told Sky Sports F1. "Last time I saw him I think it was 12 years ago, or 13 years ago and I was seven or eight years old. "Into Turn 1, I just trusted...
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