“It’s no secret that we could achieve more,” Zak Brown bids farewell to Daniel Ricciardo’s two years of disappointment at McLaren

“It’s no secret that we could achieve more,” Zak Brown bids farewell to Daniel Ricciardo’s two years of disappointment at McLaren

Lando Norris, Zak Brown and Daniel Ricciardo

Zak Brown finally comes out to speak about Daniel Ricciardo‘s exit from his team. Daniel Ricciardo joined McLaren at the end of the 2020 season. Daniel struggled his way inside the MCL car that he never settled with completely. But ultimately Ricciardo offered all that he had to for his team. Things didn’t work out between the team and the driver even though they were working together for two seasons.

Daniel Ricciardo got McLaren their first win after ages of work and struggles. Monza 2021 is the only podium Ricciardo managed in Orange with a 1-2 finish for the team. As of now, Ricciardo isn’t moving anywhere officially but there are chances for him to get his seat back in Alpine, back then Renault.

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Zak Brown finally comes out to speak about Daniel Ricciardo and his relationship over the two seasons. “It’s no secret that we hoped we could achieve more together but seeing him stand on the top step of the podium as a McLaren driver was a highlight. We wish him well for the future and let’s go enjoy the rest of the season together,” said Zak.

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Andreas Seidl also has a message for Daniel Ricciardo

Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo
Lando Norris, Daniel Ricciardo and Zak Brown celebrating Ricciardo’s win at the 2021 Italian Grand Prix

Andreas Seidl, McLaren’s team principal also gives a warmly farewell to Daniel Ricciardo. With the only win being the specific memory for the team to cherish, Seidl talks about the Aussies’ performance over the last season.

“I would like to thank Daniel for his dedication and contribution over the last two seasons so far. Despite the shared challenges, he has always turned up with a fighting spirit and positivity and helped the entire team to always keep pushing forward. We will never forget that memorable race win in Monza which was a great boost for the whole team,” said Seidl.

Andreas then continues to talk about the championship fight his team is having this season with Alpine. McLaren is currently laying behind Alpine in the championship but an intense fight is waiting for them in the second half of the season.

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