Daniel Ricciardo

2024 - 9 - 22

Will Daniel Ricciardo's Fairytale F1 Ending Turn into a Pumpkin?

Daniel Ricciardo - Driver of the Day - F1 superstitions - Formula 1 - Liam Lawson - Red Bull Racing - Singapore Grand Prix - Ted Kravitz

Is this the end of the line for Daniel Ricciardo at Red Bull? With Liam Lawson in the wings and multiple whispers crossing the paddock, we dive into the latest F1 drama!

In a recent wave of media speculation, Ted Kravitz has voiced his concerns regarding the Red Bull team's treatment of Daniel Ricciardo, suggesting that the Aussie driver "deserves more" than he’s currently receiving. This comes at a time when rumors abound that Liam Lawson may soon take over Ricciardo's race seat, leaving many to wonder if the beloved driver is nearing the end of his Formula 1 career. Ricciardo himself has acknowledged that his time in F1 could be over, reflecting on the potential for a "fairytale ending" that ultimately didn't materialise during the thrilling yet turbulent Singapore Grand Prix.

The atmosphere in the paddock is electric, with Ricciardo's fans rallying behind him while he faces the possibility of replacement. Despite falling short in qualifying — finishing eight places behind teammate Max Verstappen — Ricciardo was voted as the "Driver of the Day" by fans, underscoring his continued popularity. He’s navigated the highs and lows of F1 like a seasoned driver on a tight corner, but the spectre of retirement looms larger than ever. With his signature cheeky humour shining brightly, he quipped, "I might go drown in my ice bath," after being eliminated in Q1, showing that even in dire circumstances, Ricciardo knows how to keep spirits high.

Interestingly, another topic has emerged from Ricciardo's discussions: the long-standing F1 superstition that athletes avoid intimacy prior to races. Once a believer in this 'no-sex rule,' Daniel has made a bold pivot, now dismissing these superstitions as a means of dodging personal accountability. He argues that athletes should take full responsibility for their performance, rather than rely on fanciful beliefs, and suggests a healthy lifestyle leads to better outcomes — as if it wasn’t about the driver but rather the steering wheel all along!

So, with all this swirling around, will Singapore mark Ricciardo’s departure from Red Bull or just a bump in the road? The answer might not be far off, as Red Bull seems poised for immediate action regarding their driver lineup. As the final laps of his career potentially approach, Ricciardo's reflections are poignant: "At some point, it will come for all of us,” he said, hinting at the inevitability of change in the fierce world of F1. Here’s hoping that whatever path he chooses next, it brings him the joy and excitement that thrill-seeking fans adore him for.

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Ted Kravitz launches Daniel Ricciardo 'deserves more' Red Bull ... (PlanetF1)

Ted Kravitz has let rip over Red Bull's handling of the Daniel Ricciardo race seat situation as he's "not being treated in a straight way".

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Ricciardo: "Fairytale ending didn't happen" if F1 career over (autosport.com)

Daniel Ricciardo admits "that could be it" in Formula 1 with Liam Lawson rumoured to take over RB drive in Austin · Be part of the Autosport community · Share Or ...

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F1 Singapore GP: Daniel Ricciardo DENIES Lando Norris as title ... (GPfans)

Daniel Ricciardo has made a significant mark in the Formula 1 drivers' championship battle in what could be his last race at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Daniel Ricciardo made U-turn on F1's sex superstition after seeing ... (Daily Star)

Daniel Ricciardo reckons a popular pre-race sex superstition actually works the other way around having improved his Grand Prix performance with a cheeky ...

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Daniel Ricciardo 'might go drown in my ice bath' amid F1 Singapore ... (Motorsport Week)

Daniel Ricciardo quipped that he "might go drown in my ice bath" as he was eliminated in Q1 at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Daniel Ricciardo provides ultimate gift for Max Verstappen in what ... (Daily Mail)

The axe is looming over RB driver Ricciardo, with reports suggesting that the popular Australian will be replaced by rookie driver Liam Lawson at the United ...

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Sky Sports F1's Ted Kravitz makes Red Bull demand as Daniel ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The Singapore Grand Prix may prove to be Daniel Ricciardo's final Formula 1 race with Red Bull considering replacing him with reserve Liam Lawson for the ...

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DRIVER OF THE DAY: Ricciardo gets your vote to add to fastest lap ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

With rumours swirling that Singapore could be his final outing with RB, you sent a clear message that Daniel Ricciardo remains a huge fan favourite.

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Daniel Ricciardo changed view on F1's sex superstition after ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Superstition ain't the way for Daniel Ricciardo, who felt a popular theory for improving performance on a Grand Prix weekend did him no favours after a ...

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F1 Grand Prix: Once A Follower Of No-Sex Rule, Daniel Ricciardo ... (NewsX)

Once a follower of the no-sex rule, Ricciardo now rejects all superstitions, viewing them as a way to avoid taking responsibility for one's own actions.

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Red Bull hints at immediate Ricciardo ousting (GrandPrix)

Daniel Ricciardo appeared close to tears after qualifying eight places behind his teammate in Singapore.

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D-Day for Ricciardo: Will this be his last Grand Prix? (Grand Prix 247)

The 2024 Singapore Grand Prix could be Daniel Ricciardo's last F1 race as speculation mounts that he will be dropped by Red Bull.

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Downbeat Ricciardo "felt ok" in qualifying despite "all the s*** going ... (GPblog.com)

Daniel Ricciardo cut a dejected figure after his Q1 elimination in qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix. Strong rumours in the paddock suggest that the ...

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Daniel Ricciardo: RB driver strongly hints Formula 1 career poised ... (Sky Sports)

At some point it will come for all of us, says reflective Daniel Ricciardo after likely Singapore swansong amid strong Liam Lawson replacement rumours; ...

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Daniel Ricciardo concedes Red Bull 'fairy tale ending didn't happen ... (PlanetF1)

Daniel Ricciardo was holding back his emotions after the Singapore Grand Prix, with his future on the F1 grid said to be in doubt.

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Christian Horner provides fresh Daniel Ricciardo F1 future update ... (PlanetF1)

The Singapore GP may have been definitive for Daniel Ricciardo's F1 future, and Christian Horner addressed the rumors after the race.

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Daniel Ricciardo has 'good idea' Singapore Grand Prix might be his ... (BBC Sport)

The Australian, who has won eight races in a career that dates back to 2011, is tipped to be replaced at Red Bull's RB team before the next race in Austin, ...

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Daniel Ricciardo in tears as F1 exit looms after Singapore Grand Prix (The Independent)

The 35-year-old Australian looks set to lose his seat for the remainder of the season to Liam Lawson.

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Emotional Daniel Ricciardo heads toward likely F1 exit with a lap ... (Kentucky Today)

Daniel Ricciardo was once tipped as a future Formula 1 champion. His last act in F1 might be playing spoiler in the title race. The Australian's late rally ...

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'I have to be prepared for this being it' – Emotional Ricciardo 'at ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

A tearful Daniel Ricciardo admitted that the Singapore Grand Prix may have been his last appearance in Formula 1, with the eight-time race winner left to ...

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Daniel Ricciardo admits Singapore GP could have been his last F1 ... (Motorsport Week)

Daniel Ricciardo has admitted that there is a "realistic chance" that the Singapore Grand Prix has marked his last race in Formula 1.

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Daniel Ricciardo has 'good idea' Singapore Grand Prix might be his ... (BBC News)

Daniel Ricciardo says he has “a good idea” that he might have driven his last race in Formula 1.

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Emotional Daniel Ricciardo heads toward likely F1 exit with a lap ... (The Washington Post)

Daniel Ricciardo was once tipped as a future Formula 1 champion. His last act in F1 might be playing spoiler in the title race. The Australian's late rally ...

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Emotional Daniel Ricciardo savours moment in potential last F1 hurrah (The Guardian)

The popular Australian eight-race winner, who is expected to be ditched by his RB team before the next race in Austin, did not deny the rumours after Sunday's ...

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Daniel Ricciardo replacement opens up on F1 switch as RB star ... (GPfans)

Red Bull reserve driver Liam Lawson has opened up about the challenges of stepping back from racing after his successful stint with AlphaTauri, now...

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VCARB boss' ominous 'may have been last race' explanation for ... (PlanetF1)

As Daniel Ricciardo potentially had his final say in F1, even Laurent Mekies admits the Singapore GP "may have been" his last race.

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'He's just a great guy' – Max Verstappen opens up on friendship with ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Max Verstappen has praised his former team mate and racing friend Daniel Ricciardo, whose future at RB appears doubtful following the emotional conclusion ...

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Daniel Ricciardo reveals the only F1 rival that had his back as ... (Daily Mail)

If Daniel Ricciardo has completed his last-ever F1 race in Singapore , the Aussie will be remembered for signing off with class even as the slings and ...

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Latest Daniel Ricciardo F1 future hint among 'very nice Christmas ... (PlanetF1)

Daniel Ricciardo hopes to have get a present from Max Verstappen, while Natalie Pinkham posted her tribute to his career on social media.

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Daniel Ricciardo F1 career NOT over as opportunities prepare to open (GPfans)

It wasn't quite so obvious in Singapore, but there was reason to believe Daniel Ricciardo's Formula 1 career wasn't quite over despite the all-round...

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Daniel Ricciardo 'didn't want to leave' F1 paddock as Red Bull 'done ... (PlanetF1)

Red Bull have been accused of doing Daniel Ricciardo "dirty" at the Singapore Grand Prix, with the outgoing VCARB driver reluctant to leave.

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Singapore GP: RB principal hints at Daniel Ricciardo farewell - ESPN (ESPN F1)

RB principal Laurent Mekies has fuelled speculation that Sunday's Singapore Grand Prix was Daniel Ricciardo's Formula One farewell by saying it was the ...

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McLaren boss addresses Ricciardo fastest lap snatch in 'coalition ... (PlanetF1)

Andrea Stella stopped short of calling the Red Bull teams out on "sportsmanship" but insisted F1 cannot be a "coalition championship".

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Daniel Ricciardo F1 news: Red Bull chief HITS BACK following ... (GPfans)

Red Bull's head of driver development Helmut Marko has responded to swirling rumours regarding Daniel Ricciardo's future with the team, confirming...

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McLaren wants review of Red Bull/RB relationship after "peculiar ... (autosport.com)

McLaren team boss Andrea Stella has called for the relationship between Red Bull and RB to be “addressed” after Daniel Ricciardo's “peculiar” fastest lap at ...

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Is Daniel Ricciardo's time in F1 up? Our writers have their say (autosport.com)

His demeanour at the end of the Singapore GP - not to mention the rumours linking Liam Lawson with his seat - left F1 media in little doubt that the Marina ...

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F1 star Daniel Ricciardo's RB boss announces 'FINAL' future ... (GPfans)

RB boss Peter Bayer has announced that 'final discussions' regarding Daniel Ricciardo's Formula 1 future will be held before the United States Grand...

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