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Daniel Ricciardo was released from the team after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix.
Racing Bulls team principal Laurent Mekies highlighted the significant impact Daniel Ricciardo had on the team before his departure following the 2024 Singapore GP. Ricciardo, who had returned to AlphaTauri in 2023 after Nyck de Vries’ release, was eventually let go due to underperformance. In 2024, AlphaTauri underwent a rebranding to Visa Cash App RB under the leadership of Mekies and new CEO Peter Bayer, marking a new chapter post-Franz Tost. The team is gearing up for rapid expansion, with Mekies crediting Ricciardo for kickstarting this transformation with his profound understanding of building a competitive team. Despite the mixed results with Ricciardo, Mekies acknowledged the role he played in pushing the team towards improvement and attracting talent to enhance competitiveness. Ricciardo’s experience from successful teams proved invaluable in driving the Racing Bulls towards their goal of consistent performance at the highest level.
