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Daniel Ricciardo was absent from the Formula 1 grid in 2023 but after Red Bull decided that Nyck de Vries
Originally planning to take a year off from racing after a challenging time at McLaren, Ricciardo made his return at the Hungarian Grand Prix in July. Although he faced setbacks, such as breaking his hand in Zandvoort and missing several races, he had some impressive moments, including a P4 qualifying result in Mexico City and a seventh-place finish in the race. Reflecting on the 2023 season, Ricciardo admitted that there was a risk in taking time off but felt proud of his decision. He wanted to be sure he still had the passion for racing and not simply return without a genuine desire. After spending two months away from the sport, he began feeling antsy and wanting to train again, leading him to return to the gym in February. Attending the first race of the season in Melbourne further fueled his desire to race full-time again.
