Daniel Ricciardo breaks silence on Sergio Perez’s Red Bull extension

Daniel Ricciardo was not concerned by Sergio Perez's two-year deal with Red Bull.

Daniel Ricciardo breaks silence on Sergio Perez’s Red Bull extension

Daniel Ricciardo and Sergio Perez (Images via IMAGO)

Since the start of the season, Daniel Ricciardo has not reached his peak performance and has only scored nine points for RB. This could cause trouble for the Australian’s contract extension for next season.

After the race in Canada, reporters asked the Australian. about his hopes for a seat at Red Bull. However, this is now impossible because Red Bull has decided to extend Sergio Perez’s contract. The 34-year-old claimed Perez’s extension doesn’t ‘mean anything’ for his hopes of returning to Red Bull.

I don’t think it means anything like ‘that’s it’ in terms of [my prospects]. I don’t see it as: ‘Oh, maybe I won’t get a chance.'
Daniel Ricciardo said, as reported by PlanetF1

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Riccardo acknowledge his performance so far he hasn’t been as good as he hoped. Albeit for a standout result in Miami. However, Daniel Ricciardo reckoned his future prospects are over because of his poor performance since the beginning.

Personally, I’ve had one amazing result in Miami but the rest of my season has been not really what I expect out of myself.
Daniel Ricciardo stated

Ricciardo claimed that his success massively depended on consistently performing better. The 34-year-old hoped his performance improves from past races so that he can attract opportunities for the future.

I want my season to go better than it is to really help with any opportunities like that. I’m also realistic.
Daniel Ricciardo added

Daniel Ricciardo ready to ‘kick some b**t’

Despite turning 35 in a month, the Austrian believes his progress is slower than it should be. Nevertheless, Ricciardo still eyed improvements and has strong confidence based on these improvements that the coming races shall favor him.

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Daniel Ricciardo (via IMAGO)

The Australian further explained his determination for the next races and expresses his belief in himself to turn the tables around moving forward. He is ready to ‘kick some butt.’ Daniel Ricciardo claimed he will be happy if the team decides to extend his contract for the next year.

I feel like I still want it to be progressing quicker, but I do think we are taking steps and I still believe I can turn it around, just do better moving forward and just kick some butt.
Daniel Ricciardo stated

Certainly, it seems Daniel Ricciardo is trying his best to perform for the team despite of facing many setbacks. The Australian driver seems to have no fear of failing. Fans would love to see Ricciardo in the top five and scoring some points in the upcoming races.

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