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Yuki Tsunoda on Food, Therapy, and Max as a Teammate

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We sat down with everyone's favorite F1 driver, Yuki Tsunoda, in Vegas for one of his most honest and hilarious chats yet. We talk about his best meal of 2025 and and the impact on his weigh-in, what he's learned from his teammate Max Verstappen, reflec...

Highlights

In a rare and candid conversation set against the vibrant backdrop of Las Vegas, Yuki Tsunoda pulls back the curtain on the personal side of life in Formula 1. Far from the roar of engines and flash of cameras, this chat reveals a young athlete navigating identity, pressure, and growth with honesty and humor.
02:56
Max Verstappen eats mostly vegetables and fruits during race weekends
05:44
NeuroGum provides clean focus without negative side effects
14:39
Therapy helps clarify identity amid constant travel and pressure
17:38
Being an F1 driver makes me act differently in public, which confuses me about who I really am
21:45
Kintsugi teaches us to embrace flaws and grow from breaks

Chapters

What one unforgettable meal revealed about balance and identity
00:00
What racing alongside Max Verstappen taught him about mindset and focus
05:44
How discipline from hardship became a foundation for success
09:03
Who is the real Yuki behind the F1 spotlight?
17:38
Why embracing cracks might be the key to strength
20:29

Transcript

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