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Ricciardo felt "rapid" before Stroll F1 clash in China
During the Chinese Grand Prix, Aston Martin driver Stroll collided with Ricciardo, leading to the Australian’s retirement due to car damage. Ricciardo expressed anger at Stroll’s refusal to accept responsibility, calling the penalty a “joke.” Despite a challenging start to the season, Ricciardo showed improvement, outqualifying teammate Tsunoda for both the sprint and the grand prix races. He described his race strategy as a “yo-yo race,” staying out for track position before planning a late switch to soft tires for a strong finish. Following a chassis change requested by Ricciardo, he felt more comfortable and saw potential for a better season ahead. Looking ahead to future races in Miami and Imola, Ricciardo hopes for continued progress and a turnaround in his performance.
