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Daniel Ricciardo has insisted that his F1 comeback is “to make sure I’m seen as a driver who’s hungry” rather than just the face of a Netflix show.
The popular Australian driver’s fame was greatly enhanced by ‘Drive To Survive’ in the Formula 1 paddock. He had a setback when he lost his McLaren drive and missed the start of this season due to an injury. However, he made a comeback with AlphaTauri and during his time away, he served as Red Bull’s third driver, using his growing fame for marketing activities in the USA. When asked about his off-track popularity, he acknowledged that his profile, along with other drivers’, has grown since the show, but emphasized that he sees himself primarily as a racing car driver, not an entertainer. Despite the distractions, he has refocused on his passion for racing and wants to be seen as a hungry and determined driver, not just someone here for a good time. Although Liam Lawson did an impressive job while Ricciardo was injured, Ricciardo believes that the young driver still has a bright future and will eventually find his way onto the grid.
Source: Crash
