Daniel Ricciardo hopes to fight for F1 podiums with RB
- Planet Sport writer
- 17 April 2024
F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo has expressed his contentment with the prospect of remaining with RB for another season, even though he would give up a potential Red Bull drive.
Ricciardo's return to Formula 1 last year was underpinned by the expectation of rejoining Red Bull alongside Max Verstappen.
However, this aspiration has yet to materialize for the eight-time Grand Prix winner, who has found himself overshadowed by teammate Yuki Tsunoda's performances.
Amid uncertainties surrounding his immediate future, especially with Liam Lawson sidelined, Ricciardo acknowledges the need for a swift turnaround in upcoming races to avoid a fate similar to Nyck de Vries.
Ricciardo has indicated his willingness to stay with RB for the next season.
"I'm enjoying the driving now; it's not so much result-driven," said Ricciardo, in an interview with Speedcafe.
"Obviously, I don't want to just be here to be here; I want to earn that seat and the team is hopefully further up.
"So yeah, I guess it goes both ways. I mean, the answer is yes. But is it more fun fighting at the front? Is it more fun fighting for podiums and wins? Absolutely.
"And the truth is, if I draw a line under it and I speak about myself in the third person: Why did Daniel Ricciardo return after a few months off last year? Because I believe I can stand on the podium again. I can win races again.
"Ultimately, that is it. The belief is there... As long as that belief is still there, I think I'll be happy being here. But when I eventually do hang it up, I would love to have stood on the podium a few more times."
