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David Coulthard weighs in on Daniel Ricciardo’s struggles and how wealth and fame can impact racing drivers.
Former grand prix winner David Coulthard believes that Daniel Ricciardo’s Formula 1 career declined because he lost the “need to succeed” after leaving Red Bull. Ricciardo’s performance decreased after his move to Renault, failing to match his previous successes. Coulthard, closely following Ricciardo’s career, attributes the decline to the early success that may have impacted his trajectory in F1. Despite Ricciardo’s initial promise and remarkable overtaking skills, his career seemed to plateau after leaving Red Bull, with subpar performances at Renault, McLaren, and AlphaTauri. Coulthard offers a philosophical perspective on athletes losing the drive to succeed after achieving fame and wealth, comparing it to carrying baggage that weighs them down or prevents them from finding their peak performance level. Ultimately, Ricciardo’s story is seen as an example of a talented driver who struggled to maintain his competitive edge in Formula 1 due to various factors.
