As Formula 1 returns to Suzuka for the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix, Red Bull Racing is capturing the spotlight—not just for their on-track performance, but for their striking new livery. In a tribute to their long-standing partnership with Honda, the team has unveiled a special cherry blossom-inspired design for their RB21 cars.
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Red Bull cherry blossom livery
The livery blends crisp white with bold red accents, echoing the colour scheme of Honda’s iconic RA272—the first Japanese car to win a Grand Prix back in 1965. It also features the motif of cherry blossoms, symbolizing renewal, tradition, and the fleeting beauty of spring, resonating deeply with Japanese culture. This symbolic tribute comes at a poignant time, as Red Bull prepares to conclude its current partnership with Honda at the end of the season.
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Adding to the excitement, Japanese driver Yuki Tsunoda will be racing for Red Bull Racing for the first time at his home Grand Prix. His promotion to the senior team and the debut of the special livery have stirred national pride, drawing even greater local interest to this year’s event.
Meanwhile, the Haas F1 Team has also joined in the cultural homage, revealing their own Sakura-themed livery in celebration of the Japanese leg of the calendar.
Beyond the visual appeal, the atmosphere around Suzuka is electric. Fans are turning out in huge numbers, eager to witness not just high-speed drama, but also the emotional resonance of this uniquely Japanese weekend. With cherry blossoms blooming around the circuit and tributes to Honda’s legacy on full display, the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix is shaping up to be one of the most memorable races of the season—both on and off the track.
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