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RB has indicated that Daniel Ricciardo will not complete the 2024 Formula 1 season with the side amid speculation that the Singapore Grand Prix was his final outing.
Daniel Ricciardo’s future in Formula 1 has been a major topic of discussion during the recent race weekend amid speculations about him being replaced by the team. Ricciardo himself acknowledged that he couldn’t guarantee seeing out the current season as he awaited a decision on his future in the sport. With rumors suggesting Liam Lawson could join Yuki Tsunoda at Red Bull in 2025, there is growing speculation that Ricciardo might be ousted sooner than expected. Although there has been no official confirmation, Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies hinted that it is likely Ricciardo may not return for the remaining six races of the season. Red Bull’s decision on Ricciardo’s fate is imminent, as Team Principal Christian Horner revealed they will evaluate driver performances during the upcoming autumn break to determine the driver lineup for the future. Horner emphasized that Red Bull has sufficient data to assess Ricciardo’s performance since his return to the series, indicating that they have a clear understanding of his capabilities as a driver.
