Daniel Ricciardo’s exit from Formula One has been confirmed, with Liam Lawson set to replace him at Red Bull for the remainder of the 2024 season. Ricciardo, an eight-time race winner, steps aside after 257 races and 32 podium finishes. His career highlights include winning the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, though it wasn’t without controversy, including a notable crash with teammate Max Verstappen. As Ricciardo bows out, his journey in F1 leaves a legacy of thrilling wins and memorable moments.
Career Highlights:
Monaco GP victory: One of his proudest moments, Ricciardo’s triumph at Monaco in 2018 was a career-defining victory. After a heartbreak in 2016, where a botched pit stop cost him the win, he came back stronger to dominate the race in 2018, showcasing resilience and determination.
Infamous clash with Verstappen: The fiery on-track relationship with Max Verstappen came to a head at the 2018 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where a collision between the two Red Bull teammates ended their race. The crash symbolized a turning point, eventually leading to Ricciardo’s departure from Red Bull in 2019.
McLaren success:After moving to McLaren in 2021, Ricciardo earned a remarkable victory at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, ending McLaren’s nearly decade-long winless streak.
While Ricciardo’s exit from Red Bull marks the end of an era, his contributions to the sport will be remembered fondly by fans and peers alike.
