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Daniel Ricciardo has looked to cool speculation that the VCARB 01 is merely an RB19 copy-and-paste machine, claiming the Faenza
The newly rebranded squad had a strong end to the 2023 season, transitioning from AlphaTauri to a more independent path similar to Red Bull. The team, now seen less as a Red Bull junior outfit and more as a contender in its own right, unveiled the VCARB 01, sparking debate over its originality. Despite speculations, driver Ricciardo insists the VCARB 01 is compliant with regulations and not a mere replica of Red Bull’s RB19. With its predecessor team finishing eighth in the 2023 Constructors’ standings, the focus now shifts to Bahrain where the team is aiming to challenge for points. However, Ricciardo remains cautious about overestimating the team’s potential for a podium finish or a front-of-the-grid performance.
