Tsunoda and Colapinto Crash in Imola Qualifying
- During the qualifying session at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in Imola on Saturday, May 18, 2025, both Yuki Tsunoda and Franco Colapinto were involved in separate crashes.
- Tsunoda lost control at Villeneuve Chicane causing his Red Bull car to roll upside down, while Colapinto crashed at Tamburello Chicane after running wide.
- Both drivers escaped serious injury; Tsunoda walked away and was described as "OK," and Colapinto, who set the 14th fastest time, is under investigation.
- The qualifying session was red flagged twice due to the crashes, and Colapinto may face grid penalties as he has five races to prove himself at Alpine.
- The incidents underscore Imola's challenging nature and raise questions about Colapinto's early performance after replacing Jack Doohan this season.
81 Articles
81 Articles

Tsunoda walks away from a heavy crash which worried his F1 teammate Verstappen
IMOLA, Italy (AP) — Even Max Verstappen was surprised his teammate Yuki Tsunoda was able to walk away from a heavy crash in qualifying for Formula 1's Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix on Saturday.
Yuki Tsunoda: "Oh My God" – Formula 1 Stops Breathing After an Accident
A dramatic accident by Yuki Tsunoda caused excitement at the Grand Prix in Imola. The Red Bull driver lost control, his car took off and crashed into the track limit. Whether he can start Sunday is unclear.
Horror Crash! Tsunoda Turns Into Imola
After just a few seconds Yuki Tsunoda crashed into the gang and crossed over. However, the Red Bull driver was able to get out of the car after a few moments of fear. "Oh, my God, he's okay," Max Verstappen asked his box when he drove past the hit Red Bull of his colleague. At around 300 km/h the Japanese turned into the curve on his first fast lap, when suddenly the tail broke out. Tsunoda overturned and finally landed in the track limit. Bang …
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 47% of the sources lean Left
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage