He has shown with his personality, with his way of being, he has shown that he is a true sportsman and a true star and that is what he deserves.
Ricciardo has since signed a multi-year deal with McLaren, where he will partner Lando Norris for the 2022 season.
It will see the Australian return to the team where he started his F1 career as a test driver in 2011.
It was a bittersweet moment for fans of Daniel Ricciardo, as they watched his former teammate Max Verstappen express disappointment in the handling of Ricciardo’s departure from Red Bull. Despite the less-than-ideal exit, Ricciardo’s replacement, Liam Lawson, made a strong case for his future in the sport with an impressive performance at the United States Grand Prix. As one chapter closes for Ricciardo, another one begins for Lawson, showcasing the ever-evolving nature of Formula 1.