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Daniel Ricciardo’s surprise F1 return was announced on this day back in 2023 after Red Bull made a shock change.
Daniel Ricciardo’s poor performances for McLaren in 2022 led to his departure from the team being announced during the summer break. Facing no available seats for 2023, it seemed like his F1 career was coming to an end until a deal was struck for him to return to Red Bull as a reserve driver. Initially tasked with limited duties, Ricciardo’s chances of getting back on the grid seemed slim. However, as the 2023 season progressed, a potential opportunity arose for the Australian driver. With Nyck de Vries struggling at AlphaTauri, Ricciardo’s prospects brightened after the British Grand Prix when de Vries once again failed to perform well. Ricciardo was planned to participate in a Pirelli test with Red Bull following the Silverstone race, hinting at a possible return to competitive racing.
