Daniel Ricciardo admits wanting one last chance against Max Verstappen at Red Bull
Daniel Ricciardo explained that he wanted to race alongside Max Verstappen once again before the end of his career.
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Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen (via IMAGO)
F1 fans haven’t seen Daniel Ricciardo in top form since 2021. However, given how much stars like him matter to the sport, it’s hard for fans to imagine the grid without him. Yet, with his age and recent struggles, there is talk of his retirement. In a recent interview when asked if he wants to go up against Max Verstappen one last time before retiring, he stated there’s no doubt about it.
When discussing the possibility of facing Max Verstappen one last time, Daniel Ricciardo mentioned that he wouldn’t give a diplomatic answer. He acknowledged that he has to earn that opportunity, as it won’t just be handed to him. Consequently, in a hypothetical situation he said if he really earns it and the chance arises, he would love to take it. Therefore, he would eagerly go against the Dutchman for one last time.
Yeah. I'm not going to give a diplomatic answer. Of course, I would. I know I need to earn it. It's not just going to be handed to me but if I earned it and the chance was there, of course, I'd love to do it. So we'll see.Daniel Ricciardo told RacingNews365
The race before the summer break was really important for Ricciardo for his future. He has reasonable performances, including a 10th place finish in Belgium. Despite this, he expressed what could happen after the summer break. The Honey Badger stated that he doesn’t view the situation as a reality yet and hasn’t fully accepted it. However, he remained open to the possibility that things could change in the upcoming races.
Is any of it a reality? I would say no, until it is. But it can change.Daniel Ricciardo added.
Daniel Ricciardo opens up on being under pressure throughout 2024
Daniel Ricciardo explained that he faced many challenges and pressure during the Canadian GP and still had a good weekend. He mentioned that people would say that he was back. However, he pointed out that if he fails to perform well in the next race, he would be right back at the start, needing to prove himself again. Ricciardo acknowledged a single good performance wouldn’t ensure lasting recognition. To secure his future and reduce the criticism he needs to perform consistently well.
Even after Canada, and there were some things going on that weekend, and I was under some pressure, I had a good weekend. All of a sudden, 'Oh yeah, he's back'. But then if you don't perform the next weekend, it's back to square one.Daniel Ricciardo stated.
Hence, The pressure in Canada didn’t seem to affect the Australian much, but he worried that people would think he was back. If he failed to perform in another race, his progress would drop back to zero. Fans hope Ricciardo performs well in the upcoming races to help him secure his seat for the 2025 season.
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