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Ricciardo injury update: F1 return “a while away” | “Simulator work planned”
Following a wrist injury during practice for the Dutch Grand Prix, Daniel Ricciardo has been forced to miss several races, including Italy, Singapore, and Japan. It is likely that he will also miss the upcoming race in Qatar. Despite his absence, it is expected that Ricciardo will continue to be a member of the AlphaTauri team for the 2024 season. The AlphaTauri trackside engineering chief, Jonathan Eddolls, shared an update on Ricciardo’s recovery and stated that they are taking their time to ensure a proper healing process. Ricciardo will undergo simulator work to assess his readiness to return, and ultimately, the decision will rest with him. The focus is on his full recovery so that his return is seamless.
Source: Crash
