P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ricciardo could feel new F1 chassis difference in China
The Australian driver entered the Chinese Grand Prix following a tough start to the season, struggling against his teammate and facing uncertainty about his future. To address his performance issues, the team decided to change his chassis for this race weekend. Ricciardo noticed a positive change in his performance after the chassis swap, but he remains cautious about attributing all improvements solely to it. He believes it is too early to determine if the chassis change is solely responsible for his better results. Despite Shanghai’s unique challenges, Ricciardo feels that his approach to driving has not required significant adjustments. Overall, he is encouraged by his improved performance but remains attentive to evaluate his progress over the next few races.