Formula 1® News Update – April 3, 2025

The 2025 Formula One® season is undoubtedly beginning to gather momentum; there’s no shortage of headlines and news to talk about ahead of the Suzuka Grand Prix in Japan.

The legendary Suzuka Circuit is up next. At Senate HQ, we love this race track, not only for its culture and vibrant, crazy fans, but also for its on-track racing. With its fast corners, figure-eight layout, and extremely fun, vibrant, and passionate Japanese fanbase, it is one of the drivers' favourite tracks. It is steeped in history as it once hosted the season's last race, boasting many head-to-head championship battles, like Hunt vs. Lauda and Senna vs. Prost.

After a dominant 2024, Red Bull F1® has had a bumpier start to 2025. While Verstappen remains in top form, recent reliability concerns and strategic hiccups have allowed Ferrari and Mercedes to stay within striking distance. 

Expect a strong response at the next round in Suzuka, where Red Bull has historically excelled and a point to prove that their car is a grand prix-winning race car.

Then there is the big, big news that everyone is talking about: Yuki Tsunoda in the Red Bull seat. Will he score points, get into the top five shootouts, and make a podium place? 

There is a feeling that the whole of Japan is behind this young man as the Honda Red Bull driver.

At Senate Grand Prix, we bring you the latest F1® updates.