Formula 1 driver Tsunoda took a break on his Istanbul tour to eat simit

24.04.2026 21:20

Yuki Tsunoda, one of the young stars of the Formula 1 world, made headlines with an unusual moment during a city tour in Istanbul. The famous driver, known for his speed, was this time spotted not behind the wheel, but in front of a simit vendor. The Formula 1 driver's brief "simit break" became a focus of attention on social media.

Formula 1 driver Yuki Tsunoda made headlines with a colorful moment during his lap through the streets of Istanbul. While continuing his city tour under intense interest, Tsunoda suddenly changed his route and stopped at a simit vendor.

SURPRISE STOP ON THE STREET 

During the city tour, Tsunoda encountered interest from locals, and his stop to buy a simit surprised those around him. The moments quickly drew attention.

BOUGHT SIMIT AND CONTINUED ON HIS WAY 

The famous driver's moments of purchasing from the simit vendor were captured on cameras, and Tsunoda was seen continuing his tour from where he left off after the short break.

ADDED COLOR TO THE ISTANBUL TOUR 

This surprise move by Tsunoda, one of the young names in the Formula 1 world, was met with interest by both sports fans and locals. These moments on the streets of Istanbul also resonated widely on social media.

A TRUE GASTRONOMY ENTHUSIAST 

Since Yuki's love for food, especially his interest in cooking shows, is well known, this moment was interpreted by his fans as "Yuki in his usual form."  

In interviews, Yuki often states that his biggest priority in life is eating. Once, he said, "If I weren't an F1 driver, I would definitely want to be a chef." Even in Formula 1's official content, when asked what he does in his free time, his answer is usually "discovering new restaurants."

One of the young driver's biggest dreams is to open his own restaurant after retiring.

FORMULA 1 BACK IN TURKEY

The historic agreement to include the Formula 1 Turkish Grand Prix back in the calendar starting from 2027 was announced today with the participation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

The cooperation, which will ensure Istanbul Park remains on the Formula 1 calendar for at least 5 years, was signed at a ceremony held at the Presidential Working Office in Dolmabahçe.

STARTED FROM GALATAPORT AND TOOK AN ISTANBUL TOUR 

After the speeches, President Erdoğan and protocol members pressed the start button, and the Formula 1 car controlled by Japanese F1 driver Yuki Tsunoda departed from Galataport. The vehicle followed the Karaköy and Beşiktaş route, reaching the Working Office in Dolmabahçe. Those wanting to watch the drive created crowds along the route.

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