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Ricciardo’s classy gesture to axed F1 star
A star in the world of Formula 1 recently shared a touching moment involving the legendary driver Daniel Ricciardo, who displayed a gesture of goodwill following his departure from Red Bull Racing last year.
After being replaced by Liam Lawson at Red Bull’s sister team in September 2024, Ricciardo chose to retire from F1, marking the end of a successful career that included eight Grand Prix victories, seven of which he secured with Red Bull.
Despite becoming an ambassador for Ford Racing, Ricciardo remains connected to F1, showing support for his former colleagues.
Lawson, who initially served as a reserve driver in 2024, stepped up to the main Red Bull seat for the 2025 season. However, his time there was short-lived, and he was eventually demoted back to the Racing Bulls team.
Despite facing challenges, Lawson received guidance and support from Ricciardo, whom he deeply respects for his character and advice.
Following his setback at Red Bull, Lawson focused on regaining confidence at Racing Bulls, and his strong performance in the latter part of the 2025 season allowed him to maintain a spot on the F1 grid for 2026.
With a new team and a talented rookie teammate, Lawson will aim to lead Racing Bulls to success and secure his place as a permanent fixture in the world of Formula 1.
